AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUS-Canada Trade War: Trump’s 50% tariffs on $20bn of Canadian goods and threats to hit autos have triggered Canada’s retaliatory counter-tariffs, with experts warning the recession risk is higher for Canada given its smaller economy and heavy export dependence. Policy Response: Manitoba rolled out new tariff-relief support, including low-interest trade resilience loans and tax payment deferrals, while Ottawa is also pushing workforce and business support to absorb shocks. Negotiation Fallout: Canada’s chief trade negotiator Janice Charette disputes US claims about last-minute auto demands, as the dispute keeps widening. Economic Momentum (Canada): Statistics Canada says the economy rebounded sharply in Q2, but new tariff headwinds are now the big uncertainty. Regional Trade Push: Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan aim to lift mutual trade to $3bn via logistics, industrial zones, and joint projects. Sovereign Credit Signal (China): China’s A+ rating with a stable outlook was reaffirmed by S&P, cited as recognition of fiscal resilience. Governance & Integrity (Nigeria): Tinubu ordered a forensic audit of IPPIS and federal systems after findings of ghost workers and control failures.
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