Trump to meet Xi in April 2026 to discuss trade, fentanyl, and Taiwan amid legal and diplomatic tensions.

Asian markets mostly flat amid holiday lull; Japan's growth missed forecasts, but Nikkei rose.

B.C. Conservatives blame the government for a decade of decline, citing rising costs and strained services in the 2026 budget.

UK youth unemployment hit 15.3% by Sept. 2025, exceeding EU average, linked to steep minimum wage hikes and rising business costs.

Supreme Court upholds tariffs, prompting retail group to push for refunds and supply chain stability.

British Columbia raises income taxes and expands sales tax, cutting public jobs to address a record $13.3 billion deficit starting July 1, 2026.

U.S. stocks fell Thursday amid Iran tensions, oil prices rose, and mixed economic data delayed Fed rate cut hopes.

UK unemployment hits 5.2%, highest in five years, due to slow wage growth and economic uncertainty.

Australian wages rose 3.4% annually in Dec. 2025, outpaced by 3.8% inflation, eroding real wages for first time since Sept. 2023.

Hong Kong's leader says U.S. tariffs will hurt global trade but boost Hong Kong’s role as a financial and gold trading hub.