AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCanada-U.S.-Mexico Trade: The U.S. says it won’t extend USMCA by July 1, setting up either a refreshed deal or a decade of annual reviews that could keep uncertainty hanging over Canadian exporters. NATO & Defence Finance: Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to Turkey for a scaled-down NATO summit focused on managing U.S. President Donald Trump’s stance, while Canada pushes a proposed Defence, Security and Resilience Bank backed by “founding nations.” Philippines-Canada Pivot: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. wrapped up a “productive” visit to Canada, touting a strategic partnership and about US$2.5B in investment commitments, plus Canada’s CA$2M pledge to the Luzon Economic Corridor. Justice Reform: A private member’s bill would let judges order convicted drug and human traffickers to repay non-profits for verified offence-related costs. Storm Fallout in Ontario: Ottawa councillors and MPPs urge the province to activate disaster relief after Canada Day flooding left thousands of basements damaged and many uninsured. Wildfire Alert (B.C.): An evacuation order was issued near Boston Bar as an out-of-control blaze forced residents to leave immediately. World Cup Politics: Canada’s run ended with a 3-0 loss to Morocco in the Round of 16, with Carney praising the team despite the exit.
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