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Canada and China Strike New Trade Deal Linking EVs and Canola

Prime Minister Mark Carney meets with President of China Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026.  Canada and China have reached a new tariff agreement that ties together two major sectors: electric vehicles and agricultural exports. The deal marks a notable shift in the countries’ economic relationship after years of tension. Under the arrangement, Canada will permit up to 49,000 Chinese-made electric vehicles to enter the market at the standard tariff rate. In return, China will reduce duties on Canadian canola seed to 15% by March and eliminate tariffs on canola meal, lobsters, crabs, and peas for the remainder of the year. Canadian officials describe the agreement as a pragmatic step toward stabilizing ties and expanding trade opportunities. The move could reshape Canada’s EV market by introducing more competitively priced Chinese models, while also restoring valuable access for Canadian farmers to one of their most important ...
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Trump’s Tariff Blitz: Pharmaceuticals and Chips in the Crosshairs

The Trump administration has launched investigations into imports of pharmaceuticals and semiconductors, citing national security concerns. These probes, initiated under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, aim to impose tariffs to reduce reliance on foreign production. Pharmaceuticals and semiconductors, which are largely sourced from countries like India, China, and Taiwan, are seen as critical to U.S. security. While the administration argues that tariffs will boost domestic manufacturing, critics warn of potential shortages and increased costs for consumers. 

The move follows exemptions for smartphones and computers from steep reciprocal tariffs, signaling a strategic shift in trade policy. As markets react to these developments, the global economic landscape faces uncertainty. 



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