AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCanada-EU Pivot: PM Mark Carney welcomed the EU’s proposal to make Canada its first “associate member,” pitching deeper cooperation on trade, defense, AI, critical minerals and Arctic security—while stressing it’s about “resilience,” not a rival bloc. US Tariff Pressure: The move immediately drew Donald Trump’s backlash, calling it “laughable” and warning of “very heavy tariffs” or trade cuts if it’s deemed a “hostile act.” UN Diplomacy: UN chief António Guterres said the UN would be “delighted” to host trilateral Ukraine talks, arguing a ceasefire is essential for a “just peace.” Missing After Floods: Nepal’s Bhotekoshi floods still leave 606 foreign nationals missing from 36 countries, including 30 Canadians, as searches continue. BRICS Spotlight: International coverage highlighted BRICS cooperation’s growing role for Global South priorities, with China’s influence noted after the New Delhi summit. Energy Watch: Shell-led LNG Canada partners may approve Phase 2 expansion as early as October, potentially doubling capacity. Health Research: Movember named a York professor to lead a global men’s health research programme on emotional health, social connection and suicide prevention.
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