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                    Blood stains at the site of a deadly explosion at a Shi'ite Muslim mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan A suicide bomber detonated explosives inside a crowded Shi’ite mosque in Islamabad, killing 31 people and injuring many others during Friday prayers. The attack struck the Tarlai neighborhood, where worshippers had gathered in large numbers, turning a moment of devotion into chaos and devastation. Witnesses described a powerful blast that shattered windows, collapsed parts of the structure, and left victims trapped beneath debris. Emergency teams and local residents worked together to rush the wounded to nearby hospitals, where several remain in critical condition. Authorities have heightened security across the capital as investigators work to determine how the attacker breached the area and whether others were involved. The bombing marks one of the deadliest assaults in the city in years and has intensified ...
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Federal Incentives Boost Chinese Tesla Imports, Concerning Canadian Auto Industry


Canada’s auto parts industry is expressing concern over the surge in imports of Chinese-made Teslas, which are being subsidized by federal consumer incentive. This trend is seen as benefiting Tesla, a company with no manufacturing presence in Canada, at the expense of local firms with domestic investments.

Key Points:

  • Incentive Alignment: The Auto Parts Manufacturers’ Association suggests aligning Canada’s EV (Electric Vehicles) incentives with the U.S., which excludes rebates for Chinese-manufactured EVs.
  • Market Impact: Statistics show a significant increase in Chinese EV imports to Canada, coinciding with a drop in U.S. EV imports.
  • Policy Implications: The current Canadian incentives do not restrict rebates based on assembly location or battery material sourcing, contrasting with U.S. policies aimed at reducing dependency on Chinese supply chains.
  • Industry Outlook: The rise in Chinese Tesla imports raises concerns about the future competitiveness of Canadian and North American auto parts manufacturers and assemblers.

The industry calls for a reevaluation of incentive policies to support the growth of a homegrown EV industry and reduce reliance on foreign manufacturing, particularly from China.

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