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China sets trial dates for Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor

China sets trial dates for Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor

China has announced Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor, two high-profile Canadian prisoners, will face trial starting Friday. The Canadian government has issued the following statement, via Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs.
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Japan’s Olympic delay dilemma has lessons for B.C.

Japan’s Olympic delay dilemma has lessons for B.C.

Balancing economic and public health concerns is at the heart of the Tokyo Games debate
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China set to try two Canadians held in relation to Meng Wanzhou arrest

China set to try two Canadians held in relation to Meng Wanzhou arrest

The two Canadians held by Beijing ostensibly on espionage and national security charges will soon face trial in China, Chinese state media said today.
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Horgan silent on China’s alleged genocide tied to B.C. trade agreement

Horgan silent on China’s alleged genocide tied to B.C. trade agreement

B.C. has an MOU on China’s Belt and Road Initiative, which is seen by some as a primary motive behind acts to suppress Muslims in Xinjiang
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New White House regime, new Asia opportunities for Canada

New White House regime, new Asia opportunities for Canada

Asia-Pacific prospects linked to America’s plan for renewed push into the Asia-Pacific region
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Chinese Canadian families recalibrate festival expectations

Chinese Canadian families recalibrate festival expectations

Complaints low, compliance high among local minority communities as COVID forces Lunar New Year cancellations
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Dual citizenship crackdown could fray Canada’s Hong Kong ties

Dual citizenship crackdown could fray Canada’s Hong Kong ties

New restrictions threaten transpacific economic and social links, Asia analysts say
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Farm protests highlight complex India trade outlook

Farm protests highlight complex India trade outlook

B.C. demonstrations supporting Indian farmers illustrate challenges of deepening ties
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Biden to change style, not substance, of China relations: analysts

Biden to change style, not substance, of China relations: analysts

His administration will likely bring a mellower tone but no fundamental change in policy
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Canadians embrace Asia-Pacific neighbours – except China: poll

Canadians embrace Asia-Pacific neighbours – except China: poll

Survey reflects continued deep-freeze in relations between Ottawa and Beijing
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