The US has declined to renew the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) in its current form, citing ongoing trade deficits with Mexico and Canada, while confirming that the trade pact will remain in force as negotiations continue. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced the decision following a virtual meeting involving officials from the three North American […]
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Morocco knock Netherlands out on penalties in FIFA World Cup Round 16
Morocco secured a dramatic victory over the Netherlands in a penalty shootout to book their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after an entertaining contest ended level following extra time. The match finished 1-1 after regulation time, with both teams finding the net once before neither side could break the deadlock during […]
Eustaquio’s stoppage-time strike sends Canada into World Cup last 16
Stephen Eustaquio hammered home a rasping strike from the edge of the penalty area in the 92nd minute to give Canada a 1-0 victory over South Africa on Sunday, propelling the co-hosts into the World Cup last 16 for the first time in their history. Eustaquio received the ball on the edge of the South […]
Canada thrash 9-man Qatar for first-ever World Cup win
It took them two matches on home soil to get the result, but for the thousands of home fans packed into the BC Place stadium in Vancouver, Canada’s first-ever win at the World Cup was well worth the wait. A comprehensive 6-0 win over 9-man Qatar catapulted the host nation to the top of Group […]
Pakistan seeks Canadian help on canola to cut $5 billion edible oil import bill
Pakistan is seeking to expand cooperation with Canada on canola cultivation and agricultural technology as it looks to boost domestic oilseed production and reduce an annual edible oil import bill of up to $5 billion, a statement said on Friday. The push comes as Pakistan, which remains heavily dependent on imported edible oils despite agriculture […]
Canada, China seek stronger partnership after high-level talks
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said Canada and China are working toward a “more stable and constructive partnership” following high-level discussions with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi during his visit to Canada. Read More: China and Canada reach landmark trade and tourism deal In a statement shared on social media, Carney said the meeting built on momentum […]
Pakistani and Indian singers perform jointly in Canada
In a world where geography and diplomacy often keep people apart, the stage remains a sacred space where shared language and rhythm reign supreme. This sentiment was brought to life in spectacular fashion this past weekend as Pakistani sensation Hasan Raheem and Indian indie powerhouse Talwiinder shared a stage for the first time. The historic […]
PFF chief holds high-profile meetings ahead of FIFA Congress in Canada
The Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) delegation led by president Syed Mohsen Gilani held high-profile meetings after attending the 36th AFC Congress in Vancouver, Canada on Tuesday. Read More: PFF President Mohsen Gilani meets US Ambassador PFF president Mr Gilani, vice-president Hafiz Zakaullah and Chief Operating Officer Shahid Niaz Khokhar, who are in Canada for the 76th […]
Canada T20 World Cup game under ICC scrutiny after corruption claim
The International Cricket Council said Friday it is investigating Cricket Canada over allegations of match corruption, including the team’s loss to New Zealand at the recent T20 World Cup hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The game in Chennai — which Canada lost by eight wickets — is under scrutiny following allegations of corruption highlighted […]
Canadians mourn victims of Tumbler Ridge school shooting
TUMBLER RIDGE, British Columbia – Hundreds gathered in the small northern town of Tumbler Ridge on Friday to mourn the eight victims of this week’s devastating mass shooting, as Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and other federal leaders attended a vigil in a show of national unity. Read More: Canada PM suspends trip after B.C. […]