声明说："然而，我们经济的其他领域，包括木材、钢铁、铝和汽车，受到美国关税的严重影响。我们 将继续就长期贸易关系与美国谈判，但加拿大新政府已采取重大行动来保护加拿大的就业机会、投资我 们的工业竞争力、购买加拿大产品以及实现出口市场多样化。" 【文/观察者网 陈思佳】本周早些时候，加拿大主要反对党保守党领袖皮埃尔·普瓦列夫尔在阿尔伯塔省 补选中获胜，将以议员身份重返加拿大众议院。据加拿大《环球邮报》8月21日报道，普瓦列夫尔20日 在新闻发布会上抨击加拿大总理卡尼，声称加拿大与美国和中国打交道时"太软弱"，扬言应以"强势姿 态"行事。 普瓦列夫尔称，卡尼未能有效维护加拿大利益，尽管执政的自由党政府对美国作出让步，取消了遭到美 国总统特朗普批评的数字服务税计划，但美国依然提高了对加拿大的关税，"他向特朗普总统做出一个 又一个让步，却什么都没有得到回报。" 《环球邮报》指出，自3月以来，加拿大和美国进行了贸易谈判，双方互相加征了关税。对于普瓦列夫 尔的指责，加拿大总理办公室回应称，根据2018年加拿大、美国和墨西哥达成的自由贸易协定，美国对 加拿大商品的平均关税税率仍然是其所有贸易伙伴中最低的之一。 的数量显著增长 ...

Group 1 - China has placed an order for 50,000 tons of Australian canola seeds, marking the first purchase since 2020, with a price of less than $600 per ton including shipping [1] - This order signifies a thaw in trade relations, as Australia is the second-largest exporter of canola seeds, and traders anticipate more orders to follow [1] - Canadian farmers are facing significant challenges due to the loss of China as a major customer, with the Canadian government’s actions leading to increased tariffs on Canadian canola seeds [3][5] Group 2 - The Canadian government’s decision to impose a 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles has resulted in retaliatory measures from China, including high tariffs on Canadian agricultural products [3][5] - The Canadian Canola Council has acknowledged that the market for Canadian canola seeds has effectively closed, leading to financial distress for farmers [3][5] - Australia is poised to capitalize on the situation, with plans to export 150,000 to 250,000 tons of canola seeds to China once trade agreements are finalized [5][7] Group 3 - The trade dispute has escalated, with Canada facing potential losses of up to 1 billion Canadian dollars in the canola industry due to the ongoing tensions with China [7] - The political responses from Canadian officials have been criticized as insufficient, with farmers expressing frustration over the lack of effective solutions to the trade issues [5][7] - The situation highlights the harsh realities of international trade, where market dynamics prioritize economic interests over political alliances [7]

商务部：自本公告发布之日起，商务部对原产于加拿大的进口豌豆淀粉进行反倾销立案调查，本次调查确定的倾销调查期为2024年1月1日至2024年12月31日，产业损害调查期为2021年1月1日至2024年12月31日。外汇交易员 (@myfxtrader):#新闻 国务院关税税则委员会：自2025年3月20日起，对加拿大菜子油、油渣饼、豌豆加征100%关税。对水产品、猪肉加征25%关税。 https://t.co/WyEe9ecr30 ...

Group 1 - Canadian provincial leaders express a rare expectation for cooperation with China, highlighting the need for dialogue to restore trust between the two nations [1][3] - The ongoing trade war with the U.S. has severely impacted Canada's economy, particularly after the U.S. imposed a 35% tariff on all Canadian goods, leading to a significant economic shock [3][5] - Saskatchewan's agriculture sector is heavily affected, with 64% of its canola oil reliant on the Chinese market, and retaliatory tariffs from China have led to a drastic drop in trade [5][11] Group 2 - Ontario faces a significant trade deficit with China, importing approximately CAD 40 billion while only exporting CAD 3 billion, exacerbating economic challenges [7] - The automotive industry in Ontario is critically dependent on U.S. supply chains, with tariffs threatening the operation of major steel mills [9][11] - Provincial leaders express a desire to reduce reliance on the U.S. by engaging with China, indicating a shift in strategy amidst economic pressures [11][20] Group 3 - The divergence between federal and provincial policies on China is evident, with provincial governments advocating for improved relations while the federal government maintains a hardline stance [13][15] - Saskatchewan's agricultural exports to China saw a 30% increase in 2024, but the subsequent trade war led to a more than 50% reduction in 2025, highlighting the economic impact of federal policies [15][20] - Ontario's collaboration with China on solid-state battery technology is seen as a critical step to counter U.S. technological restrictions, reflecting a push towards diversifying supply chains [17][22] Group 4 - Canada is caught in a challenging position, facing U.S. pressure while recognizing the importance of the Chinese market for economic recovery [20][24] - Plans to increase oil exports to China and negotiate long-term agreements for potash supply indicate a strategic pivot towards resource cooperation [22][24] - The provincial leaders' contradictory approach of leveraging "China" in negotiations with the U.S. underscores the complexities of Canadian diplomacy [26][28]

Group 1 - Canada announced a 25% tariff on all imported steel containing Chinese smelting and casting components starting at the end of July, which has drawn strong criticism from China [2][3] - The Canadian government reduced steel import quotas from non-free trade partner countries to half of 2024 levels, imposing a 50% tariff on excess imports, affecting not only direct imports from China but also products processed by Chinese enterprises in Canada [3][5] - The Canadian steel industry is heavily reliant on the U.S. market, with 75% of its exports directed there, leading to significant operational challenges for Canadian companies due to U.S. tariffs [2][6] Group 2 - Chinese enterprises are evaluating exit strategies from Canada due to increased operational costs and reduced competitiveness following the new tariffs, with some already packing equipment to relocate [5][8] - The agricultural sector in Canada is facing severe repercussions, with a 40% drop in pea prices and significant inventory issues for canola, as China retaliates against Canadian agricultural exports [5][8] - The Canadian government is under pressure to balance its economic relationship with the U.S. while managing the fallout from its actions against China, which could lead to a deteriorating investment environment [8][9] Group 3 - The U.S. government is supportive of Canada's actions as it aligns with their strategy to contain Chinese steel exports, while Canada faces internal criticism for not directly confronting U.S. tariffs [6][9] - The long-term implications of the tariffs may lead to a cooling of China-Canada relations, with potential negative impacts on Canadian employment and investment [8][9] - The trade dynamics are complicated by the fact that Canadian companies may seek to relocate to other countries like Mexico or Vietnam, which also face U.S. tariff risks, complicating supply chain adjustments [8][9]

Group 1: Conflict Trigger - The conflict was triggered by Canada's unilateral imposition of tariffs on Chinese goods, particularly a 100% tariff on electric vehicles and a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum, effective October 1, 2024 [2][4] - Canada's actions were framed as a response to similar measures by the US and EU, but lacked substantial evidence and appeared hasty compared to the thorough investigations conducted by the US and EU [4][6] Group 2: China's Response - In response to Canada's tariffs, China initiated an anti-discrimination investigation against Canada on September 26, 2024, marking a significant move in international trade disputes [8][10] - China also launched an anti-dumping investigation on Canadian canola on September 9, 2024, targeting a key export commodity worth over 3 billion Canadian dollars in 2023 [10][12] Group 3: Historical Context - Diplomatic relations between China and Canada began in 1970, with a mutually beneficial trade relationship that peaked in the 2010s, where bilateral trade reached hundreds of billions of Canadian dollars [14][16] - The relationship soured significantly after the 2018 Meng Wanzhou incident, leading to a series of retaliatory measures and a decline in trust between the two nations [16] Group 4: International Implications - The dispute has broader international implications, with China's anti-discrimination investigation potentially setting a precedent for future trade conflicts, while Canada faces criticism for its unfounded tariff measures [17][19] - Canada has expressed strong condemnation of China's actions and plans to support affected industries, but the scale of assistance is limited, and there are calls for government compromise from the agricultural community [20] Group 5: Conclusion - The trade war illustrates the complexities of global trade dynamics and the lack of true winners, as both countries face economic repercussions and strained relations [21]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the establishment of a dispute resolution panel by the WTO regarding Canada's imposition of additional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, steel, and aluminum products, which China claims violate GATT regulations [1][2][4]. Group 1: Dispute Background - On October 1, 2024, Canada officially implemented a 100% additional tariff on electric vehicles imported from China, followed by a 25% additional tariff on steel and aluminum products from China starting October 22, 2024 [3][5]. - China initiated a lawsuit at the WTO against Canada's unilateral and protectionist measures, asserting that these actions are inconsistent with WTO rules [3][6]. Group 2: Tariff Details - The dispute, numbered DS627, involves Canada's 100% additional tariff on all Chinese-made electric vehicles and a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum products [4][5]. - In 2023, the trade value affected by these measures was approximately $1.7 billion for electric vehicles, $950 million for steel products, and $720 million for aluminum products [10][11]. Group 3: Responses and Negotiations - China expressed willingness to engage in constructive dialogue with Canada despite the request for the establishment of an expert group [7][8]. - Canada maintains that its measures comply with GATT regulations and also expresses a desire for constructive dialogue with China [8]. Group 4: Countermeasures and Further Actions - In response to Canada's tariffs, China announced anti-discrimination measures, including a 100% tariff on certain Canadian imports such as canola oil and specific seafood products, effective March 20, 2025 [14][15]. - Canada argues that China's countermeasures exceed the commitments made under GATT and seeks expedited processing of the dispute due to the perishable nature of the goods involved [16][17]. Group 5: Future Implications - China's ambassador to Canada highlighted the potential for cooperation in the electric vehicle sector, emphasizing the benefits for both countries and the need for a fair trade environment [11]. - The article concludes with the assertion that the resolution of these disputes hinges on Canada's actions regarding the discriminatory tariffs imposed on Chinese products [19].

Core Viewpoint - China is taking necessary measures to firmly protect the legitimate rights and interests of its enterprises in response to Canada's imposition of additional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, steel, and aluminum products, which China claims violate WTO rules [1][4]. Group 1: Dispute Resolution and Tariff Measures - The WTO's Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) has agreed to establish a dispute resolution panel regarding China's complaint about Canada's additional tariffs on electric vehicles and steel/aluminum products [1][2]. - Canada will impose a 100% additional tariff on all imported electric vehicles from China starting October 1, 2024, and a 25% additional tariff on steel and aluminum products from China starting October 22, 2024 [1][2]. - The trade value affected by the 100% tariff on electric vehicles is approximately $1.7 billion, while the tariffs on steel and aluminum products involve $950 million and $720 million, respectively [4]. Group 2: China's Response and Negotiation Stance - China has formally requested consultations and further negotiations regarding the additional tariffs, asserting that these measures are inconsistent with multiple provisions of the GATT [2][3]. - Despite the establishment of a dispute resolution panel, China remains open to constructive dialogue with Canada to amicably resolve the dispute [4][7]. - China's ambassador to Canada emphasized the potential for cooperation in the electric vehicle sector, which could benefit consumers and help Canada achieve its climate goals [4][5]. Group 3: Countermeasures and Additional Disputes - In response to Canada's tariffs, China has initiated an anti-discrimination investigation and announced countermeasures, including additional tariffs on certain Canadian agricultural and seafood products [6][7]. - The countermeasures include a 100% tariff on canola oil, oilseed meal, and peas, as well as a 25% tariff on specific seafood and pork products, effective March 20, 2025 [6].

Core Insights - The research team led by Cheng Shifeng from the Shenzhen Agricultural Genomics Institute has successfully constructed high-resolution haplotype and phenotype variation maps for peas, revealing the genetic basis behind Mendel's seven traits for the first time at the molecular level [1][5][6] - This study represents a significant scientific dialogue with Mendel's work from 1865, where he first proposed the theory of hereditary factors controlling traits through pea hybridization experiments [1][4] Group 1: Research Background - Cheng Shifeng's team aimed to solve the remaining mysteries of Mendel's seven traits, focusing on the genetic mechanisms of legume nodulation and nitrogen fixation [3][5] - The team collected approximately 700 pea core germplasm samples from 41 countries across six continents, which were planted in various experimental bases in China for phenotype recording [3][5] Group 2: Key Findings - The team discovered that the key to the difference between green and yellow pods is not a gene mutation but a large genomic segment deletion of about 100kb, affecting the transcription process of chlorophyll synthase genes [5][6] - Two independent but functionally related genes control the fullness and wrinkled state of pods, representing highly conserved developmental regulatory networks in plants [6] - The flower position trait, the most complex among Mendel's seven traits, is controlled by the Fa gene, with the research revealing unexpected genetic modifiers that can alter the expected phenotype [6][9] Group 3: Additional Discoveries - The research provided deeper insights into plant color genetics, revealing that the yellow and green seed differences arise from functional mutations in the chlorophyll degradation pathway [8] - A new genetic modifier, Mfa, was identified, which can suppress the expression of the main effect gene Fa, leading to variations in flower positioning despite the presence of the fa mutation [9]

Core Viewpoint - As of May 8, 2023, Ukrainian farmers have completed 76% of the expected spring grain sowing area, totaling 4.23 million hectares, which is nearly the same as the area sown during the same period last year [1] Summary by Categories Sowing Progress - Ukrainian farmers have sown 4.23 million hectares of grain, representing 76% of the expected sowing area [1] - The sowing includes 733,000 hectares of spring barley, 212,600 hectares of spring wheat, 2.9 million hectares of corn, 209,000 hectares of peas, and 157,000 hectares of oats, along with other grains [1] Weather Impact - The growth of spring crops has been negatively affected by prolonged severe frosts in April, along with unusually high temperatures and insufficient rainfall [1] - Future yields will largely depend on whether the plants receive enough moisture for germination and further growth [1]