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U.S. Targets 60 Nations in Global Forced‑Labour Crackdown, Canada Included

The U.S. government has initiated a broad series of Section 301 investigations into 60 countries—ranging from major trading partners like Canada, the European Union, China, Mexico, Japan, and the U.K. —to determine whether they have failed to curb the use or import of goods produced with forced labour.  U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced that the probes will examine whether foreign policies and enforcement efforts sufficiently prevent forced‑labour‑linked products from entering global supply chains. If violations are confirmed, the U.S. may impose tariffs or other trade restrictions without requiring additional congressional approval. The move follows a recent Supreme Court ruling that struck down parts of the administration’s previous tariff strategy, prompting a shift toward other trade tools. Canada, now under scrutiny, could face new economic pressures depending on the investigation’s outcome. Officials say the reviews will be completed “in a matter of mo...
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Canada and Germany Forge Critical Minerals and Energy Pact to Bolster Clean Transition

 

                                       Prime Minister Mark Carney, left and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.

Prime Minister Mark Carney and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have signed a landmark agreement aimed at securing critical mineral supply chains and deepening energy cooperation between Canada and Germany.

The joint declaration commits both nations to co-funding natural resource projects, expanding research and development, and collaborating on clean energy initiatives such as liquefied natural gas (LNG) and hydrogen. Carney emphasized that Canada’s vast reserves of nickel, cobalt, and other key minerals have been underdeveloped for too long, while global markets remain dominated by China and Russia.

The partnership is designed to strengthen transatlantic security, accelerate the clean energy transition, and create high-value jobs in both countries. Special envoys have been appointed to advance the initiative, with Canada’s Isabella Chan and Germany’s Matthias Koehler leading the effort.

During their Berlin meeting, Carney and Merz also discussed the war in Ukraine, reaffirming that no decisions about the country’s future should be made without its direct involvement.

This agreement marks a significant step in Canada’s strategy to diversify trade partnerships and position itself as a reliable global supplier of critical resources.

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