WorldPingThe European Union backs Canada's bid to become the bloc's first "associate member," as Brussels seeks closer ties with Ottawa and Trump calls the idea "laughable."…
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WorldPingThe US president call the move a ‘hostile act’, as Canada seeks to move closer to the EU and diversify its defence ties Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with “serious tariffs” and a cut to trade after the bloc proposed to make Canada it…
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said EU is opening the door for Canada to become the first associate member of the 27-member bloc.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
The US president threatened heavy tariffs and said the US could cut some trade with Europe over the proposed status.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
WorldPingTrump, who has frequently clashed with Canada's PM, threatens to cut trade with the European Union in response to the proposal.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by BBC News
WorldPingOn the upcoming Tuesday, President Trump is set to convene with leaders from the Gulf region in New York, where they will strategize on the United States' plans for the post-conflict landscape in Iran.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
Oil prices fell as additional Saudi crude supplies eased concerns over disruptions to the kingdom’s exports.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
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