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Carney embraces EU associate membership proposal

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said closer ties with Europe would ensure no country could control Canada’s markets or undermine its sovereignty.

September 17, 2026
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Trump threatens Europe tariffs over Canada proposal

“If they do that, if I think it’s at all a hostile act, I will put very serious tariffs or stop trading with Europe on many things,” Trump told reporters.

September 17, 2026
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EU wants Canada to become the bloc's first associate member

Canada is seeking to reduce its dependence on the United States, the destination for roughly 70% of its exports, and Prime Minister Mark Carney has called for a “unique alliance” with the EU.

September 16, 2026
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Trump threatens EU tariffs after Google fine

President Donald Trump threatened new tariffs on goods from the European Union in retaliation for a $1 billion fine of Google.

July 24, 2026
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Trump renews call to end trade with ‘terrible partner’ Spain

The president cited Spain's lack of support for the war in Iran and what he described as its failure to meet NATO commitments.

July 8, 2026
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EU aims to cut dependency on U.S. soy, oilseed imports

The European Commission, the bloc’s executive arm, wants 35% of oilseeds and protein crops used in animal feed to be EU-grown by 2035.

July 7, 2026
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Stellantis plans China-made Jeep model for Europe by 2030

Stellantis and Dongfeng Motor will jointly produce the large SUV, which will be launched alongside other new models carrying the iconic name.

June 29, 2026
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EU Races to Finalize U.S. Trade Deal to Avoid More Tariffs

Trump previously threatened to hike tariffs on European auto imports to 25% from 15% because the EU hadn’t moved quickly enough to implement the deal.

May 19, 2026
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Trump Sets New July 4 Deadline for EU to Approve Trade Deal

President Trump said that goods from the EU would face higher tariff rates if the 27-member bloc fails to approve last year’s trade framework by July 4.

May 7, 2026
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Iran War Fuels Surge in Piracy Off Somalia Coast

There were three confirmed hijackings in the past week alone, with pirates boarding two cargo vessels and a tanker, according to the U.K. Maritime Trade Operations.

April 29, 2026

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