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B.C. premier David Eby announced a five-year deal with China to boost wood exports, citing U.S. tariffs and mill closures as key challenges.
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Premier David Eby announced a new five-year agreement with China to boost modern wood construction, aiming to diversify exports and support the forestry sector, though he stressed results will take time.
Speaking at the BC Natural Resources Forum, Eby cited U.S. tariffs as a major driver of mill closures and job losses, calling for reforms to permit delays and improve land access.
He highlighted progress in the Nimpkish Valley, where collaboration among governments, First Nations, and industry improved harvest predictability and ecological protection.
Eby also noted growing opportunities in India for high-end wood products.
A coalition launched the "Forestry is a Solution" platform urging faster permits, reliable log supplies, and stronger First Nations partnerships.
Forests Minister Ravi Parmar emphasized value-added production, improved fibre access, and wildfire response, noting recent gains in BC Timber Sales and hope for better market conditions in 2026.
B. C. y C. E. El primer ministro David Eby anunció un acuerdo de cinco años con China para impulsar las exportaciones de madera, citando los aranceles estadounidenses y el cierre de fábricas como desafíos clave.