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Auto Sector Pushes Back as Carney’s China Tariff Deal Raises Competitiveness Fears

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s new tariff‑quota agreement with China is triggering strong pushback from Canada’s auto industry, which warns the deal could weaken the sector’s competitive footing at a critical moment. The agreement allows nearly 50,000 Chinese‑made electric vehicles to enter Canada each year at a sharply reduced tariff rate, far below the steep duties currently in place. Agricultural groups have welcomed the deal, noting that it restores access to China’s massive market for key Canadian exports such as canola and seafood. But auto‑sector leaders argue the benefits come at a steep cost. They fear the influx of low‑priced Chinese EVs could undercut domestic manufacturers, discourage future investment, and strain Canada’s relationship with the United States — a country taking a much harder line against Chinese electric vehicles. Ontario Premier Doug Ford and several industry associations have voiced concern that the agreement risks destabilizing the integrated North Ameri...

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Massive Fish Die-Off Strikes Greek Tourist Port

 

In a shocking environmental event, the picturesque port city of Volos in central Greece has been inundated with thousands of dead fish. The mass die-off, which has left the waters and shores littered with rotting fish, is believed to be a consequence of recent extreme weather fluctuations.

Authorities have reported that over 100 tons of dead fish have been collected from the port and surrounding areas. The fish, primarily freshwater species, were displaced from their natural habitats by severe flooding and subsequently exposed to the salty waters of the port, leading to their demise.

The sight and stench of the decaying fish have dealt a significant blow to the local tourism industry, which relies heavily on the pristine condition of its coastal waters. Cleanup efforts are underway, with officials working tirelessly to restore the area to its former beauty.

Scientists have linked this environmental disaster to the broader impacts of climate change, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable practices to mitigate such occurrences in the future.


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