Thirteen Canadian premiers visited Washington, D.C. on February 12 to meet with U.S. lawmakers, seeking to prevent President Trump’s tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, which threaten industries reliant on these materials.
On Wednesday, February 12, thirteen Canadian premiers traveled to Washington, D.C., to meet with U.S. senators and members of Congress in an effort to block President Donald Trump's decision to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. The move followed Trump’s surprising announcement on March 10 that tariffs would be applied starting March 12. The decision sparked backlash from Canada, Mexico, the European Union, and others, while Japan and Australia sought exemptions.
The news sent shockwaves through industries dependent on steel and aluminum, forcing businesses to scramble for solutions to mitigate the expected increase in costs.
Trump had already implemented a 10% tariff on Chinese goods, effective February 4, with China quickly retaliating. Additionally, he postponed a 25% tariff on Mexico and Canada for a month, allowing time for negotiations over U.S. border security and measures to combat fentanyl trafficking.
While some U.S. workers supported the tariffs, many manufacturing companies expressed deep concern. They warned that the tariff hike would have a ripple effect across supply chains, impacting businesses that depend on these essential materials.
Canada's Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development Mary Ng
President-elect Donald Trump has sparked international controversy by refusing to rule out military or economic measures to secure control of Greenland and the Panama Canal, which he claims are crucial to U.S. national security.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his plans to step down from his role as prime minister.
An Air Canada flight made an emergency landing in Halifax after a landing gear issue caused skidding and an engine fire. All passengers were safely evacuated, with no injuries reported.
Jordan’s King Abdullah spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday about escalating tensions in Gaza and the West Bank, the Jordanian royal court said. The call followed the king’s meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin plan to meet in the future, likely in Saudi Arabia, Trump said on Wednesday following a phone conversation with the Russian leader. MAIN:
Sudan has reached an agreement with Russia to establish a naval base, Foreign Minister Ali Yusef Sharif announced in Moscow. The deal follows years of discussions and comes as Russia strengthens ties in the region.
The Trump administration will announce reciprocal tariffs on all countries that impose duties on U.S. imports by Thursday. The move, set to take effect before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit, has raised fears of a global trade war and inflation spikes.
South Africa’s G20 presidency aimed to highlight global inequality, debt, and climate change, but U.S. President Donald Trump has dismissed its agenda. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the goals “very bad” and will skip next week’s G20 meetings in Johannesburg.
The Sarandí stream in Buenos Aires, Argentina, turned bright red on Thursday for unknown reasons, raising concerns among authorities and residents. The waterway, which flows into the Río de la Plata, is under investigation to determine the cause.
Uzbekistan’s flag carrier has announced airline’s plan to purchase a dozen of aircrafts from Boeing and Airbus, marking a significant milestone in upgrading and expanding its fleet.
Azerbaijan has halted activities of “Russian House” in Baku according to local media reports on Thursday, following accusations of espionage. This is being described as an escalation of tensions between the two countries.
Elon Musk has called for the shutdown of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) and Voice of America (VOA), arguing that the U.S.-funded media outlets serve as government propaganda tools and waste taxpayer money.
Apple is reportedly working on a version of AirPods Pro with integrated cameras, set to launch as early as 2027, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. While the cameras won’t be featured in the upcoming AirPods Pro 3, the new tech aims to enhance AI-driven features and spatial audio integration.
Jordan’s King Abdullah spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday about escalating tensions in Gaza and the West Bank, the Jordanian royal court said. The call followed the king’s meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin plan to meet in the future, likely in Saudi Arabia, Trump said on Wednesday following a phone conversation with the Russian leader. MAIN:
Sudan has reached an agreement with Russia to establish a naval base, Foreign Minister Ali Yusef Sharif announced in Moscow. The deal follows years of discussions and comes as Russia strengthens ties in the region.
The Trump administration will announce reciprocal tariffs on all countries that impose duties on U.S. imports by Thursday. The move, set to take effect before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit, has raised fears of a global trade war and inflation spikes.
South Africa’s G20 presidency aimed to highlight global inequality, debt, and climate change, but U.S. President Donald Trump has dismissed its agenda. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the goals “very bad” and will skip next week’s G20 meetings in Johannesburg.
Jordan’s King Abdullah spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday about escalating tensions in Gaza and the West Bank, the Jordanian royal court said. The call followed the king’s meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin plan to meet in the future, likely in Saudi Arabia, Trump said on Wednesday following a phone conversation with the Russian leader. MAIN:
Sudan has reached an agreement with Russia to establish a naval base, Foreign Minister Ali Yusef Sharif announced in Moscow. The deal follows years of discussions and comes as Russia strengthens ties in the region.
The Trump administration will announce reciprocal tariffs on all countries that impose duties on U.S. imports by Thursday. The move, set to take effect before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit, has raised fears of a global trade war and inflation spikes.
South Africa’s G20 presidency aimed to highlight global inequality, debt, and climate change, but U.S. President Donald Trump has dismissed its agenda. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the goals “very bad” and will skip next week’s G20 meetings in Johannesburg.
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