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The latest breaking news and stories on Canada, a country in North America known as a parliamentary constitutional monarchy, and world’s ninth largest economy. Also covering Canada’s relationship with the US and China, plus commentary and updates on Canada’s economy, politics, society and trade news.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Ottawa on Tuesday. Photo: The Canadian Press via AP
Mark Carney

‘Stop trying to be tough’: Carney fires back at Trump in trade fight

Canadian prime minister urges Washington to end online taunts as bitter trade war shakes relations between the historically friendly neighbours.

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US-China trade war

In Focus | China, global trading partners watch closely as Trump takes on Canada

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United States

Trump’s North Korea hope, China’s rocket force: 7 global relations reads

The Philippines

UK-Philippines troop deal to boost Nato’s South China Sea reach

If finalised, the UK would be the fourth Nato member to reach a deal with the Philippines allowing troops to train on each other’s soil.

Troops from the Philippines, Britain, the US, Japan and South Korea take part in a military exercise in the Philippines in 2023. Photo: Philippine Marine Corps / Handout
Donald Trump

Carney’s Liberals win 3 special elections in Canada amid trade clash with US

By-election wins strengthen Canadian leader domestically as he defends against Trump’s tariffs.

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US-China relations

Can Chinese sleeper hit Dear You conquer the US box office next?

After grossing nearly US$300 million in mainland China, its North American release will test its popularity beyond Chinese-speaking diaspora.

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SCMP Highlights

China-Nepal floods, Japan to deploy fighter jets to India: 5 weekend reads

From foreigners missing in the China-Nepal disaster to Canada ending a migration path for Hongkongers, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.

Japan plans to send three F-2 fighter jets to the Veer Guardian 26 joint exercise in India next month. Photo: AFP
Donald Trump

Google Maps changes Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’ for US users after Trump order

Canadian users continue to see the original name as the tech giant rolls out location-based labelling.

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Hong Kong society

‘Stuck’: Canada closes Hong Kong migration scheme, some eye new paths

‘Moving to the US is geographically convenient, but it is expensive,’ agent says, recommending UK BN(O) visa as Ottawa closes 2021 pathway.

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Donald Trump

Trump steps up stunts as US midterms loom

From a row with Canada to proposed talks with North Korea’s Kim, is the US president trying to distract voters from his unpopular Iran war?

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US President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated clip on social media on Saturday showing gun-toting Canada geese sporting his signature hairdo marching at “Lake America”, in reference to his order to rename Lake Ontario amid a trade dispute between the US and Canada. Image: Truth Social/realDonaldTrump
Banking & finance

Macroscope | Global debt crisis will mean higher taxes – or worse

Bond markets are in revolt in response to rising government debt, meaning urgent change is needed in how national priorities are financed.

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A sign displays national debt at a bus stop in Washington on August 20. Similar signs have been put up across the US by the nonpartisan Peter G. Peterson Foundation. Photo: Getty Images
Nepal

US families hold out hope for relatives lost in Nepal floods

About 90 Americans are among those unaccounted for, according to the US State Department.

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Climate change

Editorial | China-Nepal border flash flood must galvanise climate change cooperation

While relief and rescue operations are the first priority, the tragedy should not only spark attention to early warning systems but also to longer-term solutions.

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US immigration

Harvard and MIT scholars head to Canada, as Carney offers millions

48 researchers were poached from the US, where policy changes have left scientists feeling unsupported.

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Canadian and American flags fly in Windsor, Ontario, in February 2025. Photo: TNS
Donald Trump

Trump orders Lake Ontario renamed ‘Lake America’ as US-Canada trade war escalates

Canadian leaders dismiss move as ‘foolishness’ and ‘rhetoric’ as US president targets northern neighbour over trade.

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A map is displayed as US President Donald Trump signs an executive order to rename Lake Ontario as Lake America in the Oval Office on Thursday. Photo: AFP
United States

Macroscope | US markets are paying the price for Trump’s reckless policies

From surging debt to trade wars with Canada, self-harm has been the main consequence of Trump’s reckless policy decisions.

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Food and Drinks

Mouthing Off | Why is the US-Canada trade war seemingly hinging on drinking games?

As tensions rise between former besties Canada and the US, the former’s refusal to sell US alcohol is a highly contentious point.

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The Philippines

Why Philippines is betting on drones to boost maritime security

Manila plans to use drones as force multipliers, but analysts warn building a credible deterrence network will require multi-year investment.

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A drone hovers above a Philippine Coast Guard patrol vessel in Bataan province in April 2025. Photo: EPA-EFE
Get to Know

Who is US golfer Bryson DeChambeau’s girlfriend, Mikayla Demaiter?

Previously linked to Lilia Schneider, the two-time US Open champion is now dating the Canadian influencer dubbed the ‘world’s sexiest hockey player’.

Crime

Sikh separatist says FBI, Canadian police warned him of new credible death threat

Gurpatwant Singh Pannun says he remains ‘unfazed’ following fresh warnings from US and Canadian authorities.

United States

Canada hits US goods with tariffs of up to 50% as trade war escalates

Ottawa targets about US$20 billion in US products and unveils billions in assistance after negotiations with Washington collapse.

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks about the trade dispute with the US in Levis, Quebec, on Monday. Photo: AFP
US-China trade war

What does the US-Canada trade dispute mean for China?

After Canada stood firm in negotiations, analysts say that Washington failed to gain ‘veto’ on Ottawa’s trade with other countries.

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Shipping containers are seen in the Port of Montreal in Quebec, on Sunday. Photo: AFP
United States

Trump eyes renaming Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’ as Canada trade war deepens

Such a change would be reminiscent of Trump’s unilateral action last year to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.

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US-ally trade wars

Mexico ‘optimistic’ on US trade deal after Canada talks collapse

President Sheinbaum keeps envoy in Washington to lower US tariffs and avert broader USMCA rift.

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United States

Trump threatens 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks amid trade row

The two countries failed to reach ‌a trade deal late on Friday, with each side blaming the other.

Transport trucks cross the Ambassador Bridge into the United States, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, on Saturday. Photo: The Canadian Press via AP
United States

US warns Canada not to think it can win ‘devastating’ trade war

Bilateral trade talks have broken down as Ottawa says it would retaliate and match US tariffs affecting US$20 billion of Canadian goods.

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The US and Canadian flags flutter next to the Blue Water Bridge border crossing in Point Edward, Ontario. Photo: AFP
Mark Carney

Canada’s Carney rejects Trump’s ‘bait’, confronting US in trade war

The prime minister’s tough stance on Washington draws strong support from the Canadian public and politicians despite the economic risks.

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Spain

How to be a good tourist; a guide for the modern traveller

With the world’s most popular destinations bursting at the seams – and neither residents nor visitors happy with the fact – it would be in everyone’s interests for travellers to rethink their approach.

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