AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCanada–U.S. trade shock: President Trump’s new 50% tariffs on a wide range of Canadian goods have derailed plans for a joint Gordie Howe Bridge opening ceremony, with Canada saying it will hold a “Canada-only” event while the bridge still targets July 27 for traffic. Tariffs hit key sectors: The dairy, auto and alcohol industries are at the centre of the dispute, and Canadian leaders say they’ll intensify negotiations while keeping “all options” for retaliation on the table. Foreign policy and security: Foreign Minister Anita Anand wrapped a landmark Pakistan visit, announcing over $47 million in security and development help and pushing talks on trade, clean energy and a Canada–Pakistan investment agreement. Defence industry move: Canada is set to join the UK-led next-generation fighter jet programme GCAP as an observer, gaining insight into industrial collaboration and long-term plans. Water safety upgrade: Brandon, Man., is advancing a $139M water treatment expansion aimed at meeting Health Canada guidelines by 2029. Aerospace/industry diplomacy: Industry Minister Mélanie Joly is in the UK for discussions on Canada’s industrial strategy and middle-power diplomacy. Robotics investment: Humanoid Global highlighted progress tied to its Robots for America coalition, aimed at expanding responsible robotics deployment in U.S. factories. Film co-production: Enigmatig invested in a Singapore–Canada treaty action-comedy co-production using virtual production.
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