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MPs question delay in Taiwan trade framework as diplomat says ball in cabinet’s court
Officials say the deal is highly advanced and could open access in green economy, artificial intelligence and supply chains.
- On Thursday, Global Affairs Canada assistant deputy minister Weldon Epp told the House foreign affairs committee that cabinet must decide on timing for a stalled Taiwan trade framework, as Conservative and Bloc MPs urge finalization.
- Bloc MP Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe accused the government of dragging its feet to avoid upsetting Beijing, claiming the agreement poses no risk; Taiwan's de facto ambassador Harry Tseng said the framework has been ready since April of last year.
- Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand affirmed Canada's One China policy, stating, "We will always put the needs of Canadians first," while Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasized strengthening trade relations with China alongside Taiwan engagement.
- Epp noted the framework is not a treaty requiring parliamentary tabling but offers "an important opportunity for us to increase access for certain aspects of our economy." The House trade committee separately requested specified ratification timelines.
- Chinese Ambassador to Canada Wang Di warned in January against using economic exchanges as a pretext for official activities, highlighting the diplomatic constraints the government faces as it weighs the framework's timing amid Indo-Pacific strategy reviews.
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MPs question delay in Taiwan trade framework as diplomat says ball in cabinet's court
Conservative and Bloc Québécois MPs are calling on the Liberals to follow through on a trade co-operation framework with Taiwan after the territory’s envoy to Canada said Ottawa halted the process suddenly.
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MPs question delay in Taiwan trade framework as diplomat says ball in cabinet’s court
OTTAWA - Conservative and Bloc Québécois MPs are calling on the Liberals to follow through on a trade co-operation framework with Taiwan after the territory's envoy to Canada said Ottawa
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