Companies & Industry · Oct 5, 2026
Canada’s Competition Bureau on October 5, 2026 opened a formal review of a proposed acquisition affecting a strategic fuel hub, signaling potential constraints or remedies that could reshape regional energy, trucking and refining arrangements. The move increases uncertainty for the buyer, sellers and customers while underscoring Ottawa’s focus on protecting competition in essential supply chains.
Technology & Innovation · Sep 26, 2026
During his state visit to Washington this week, Chinese president Xi Jinping urged joint US China action to keep artificial intelligence under human control. The comments, issued as Chinese state media published his remarks on September 26, highlight Beijing’s push to shape global AI rules while advancing domestic industry and security priorities.
Technology & Innovation · Sep 25, 2026
Chinese and U.S. officials said talks this week produced a proposal for a formal mechanism to notify each other of AI incidents that could affect national security, a move that signals Beijing and Washington are seeking managed competition in artificial intelligence while still testing boundaries on cooperation.
Global Business · Sep 18, 2026
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping are preparing to meet in Washington on September 24, with tariffs, rare earths, agriculture and a potential $30 billion energy-related trade package among the issues drawing global business attention.
Economy & Markets · Sep 18, 2026
China's fiscal revenue increased 5.7% year-on-year during the first eight months of 2026 as Beijing prepares additional fiscal and financial measures to support the world's second-largest economy.
Global Business · Sep 17, 2026
Brookfield plans to invest up to $600 million in India's ACME Cleantech Ventures, providing international capital for green ammonia and green methanol projects as cleaner industrial fuels attract growing global investment.
Companies & Industry · Sep 17, 2026
Hungarian manufacturer ABZ Innovation has expanded one of Europe's largest civilian drone production facilities, targeting thousands of aircraft annually as European and US demand grows and manufacturers seek alternatives to Chinese supply chains.
Business News · Sep 17, 2026
UK regulators have opened a competition investigation into the proposed $25 billion combination of AkzoNobel and Axalta, putting one of the coatings industry's biggest consolidation deals under regulatory scrutiny.
