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Businesses showing discontent with Trump’s trade policies
Use of tariffs is alarming some groups who are disengaging active support for the Republican party.
Ontario Chamber asks government to abandon gas pump sticker plan
Seen as political and a violation of gas station owners’ rights.
Companies in China feel pressure to give up tech for market access
EU companies report China has pursued an implicit strategy of trading domestic market share for new foreign technology.
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Human skills best way for workers to adjust to rise of the machines: study
Seeks national review of post-secondary programs to ensure more focus on foundational skills.
US proposes anti dumping duties on Chinese aluminum foil
Beijing faces complaints that a flood of Chinese aluminum, steel and other exports are being sold at unfairly low prices.
Pro NAFTA voices in US escalate fight to protect deal from Trump
Trade supporters urged to raise their voices to help sway an internal debate within the White House.
Trump weighs pulling out of free trade deal with South Korea
Chamber of Commerce concerned fresh economic rift between as tensions with North Korea heighten.
Business groups claim jobs at risk from Ontario labour reforms
Analysis of Bill 148 projects potential job losses at 185,000 in first two years.
Ontario Chamber wants more support to limit cap and trade impact
Calls on Wynne government to prevent exporting of jobs during transition to a low-carbon economy.
China tech plan a threat to foreign firms: EU business group
Beijing accused of improperly shielding fledgling technology developers from competition.
Don’t tear up NAFTA says US Chamber of Commerce head
First priority is to “do no harm” to an already strong and integrated trading relationship.
In Maine, Trump strikes back at US Chamber on trade
Trump blasted existing free trade deals and reiterated pledge to label China a currency manipulator.
Ontario passes cap and trade climate change bill
Chamber of Commerce urged delaying implementation for one year.
Liberals called on to stick to infrastructure commitments
Ontario Chamber wants scope to expand to broadband access and education.
Chamber CEO calls for dialogue on both sides of Energy East
Perrin Beatty calls landlocked oil a stranded resource; its value diminishing if it can’t reach global markets.
