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Author: Sierra Bein
Publication Date: August 27, 2026 - 06:04

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Morning Update: Rethinking resources as a trade weapon

August 27, 2026

Good morning. Provincial leaders are thinking beyond alcohol when it comes to countertariffs. More on that below, along with flash flooding in Nepal and Meta’s social media settlement.



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