Your World Tonight Trump on nukes, Carney eyeing submarines, finding the disappeared in Mexico, and more
Oct 30, 2025
In this engaging discussion, CBC defence correspondent Marie Brewster shares insights from Prime Minister Mark Carney's submarine procurement visit to South Korea. Correspondent Lisa Xing reveals outcomes from the Trump-Xi meeting, detailing trade concessions on tariffs and rare earths. Reporter Jorge Barrera highlights his experience with families searching for Mexico's 'disappeared,' while science reporter Emily Chung uncovers an exciting discovery of a new Arctic rhinoceros species. Each guest brings a unique perspective to timely global issues.
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U.S. Restart Risks Global Nuclear Spiral
- The U.S. announced resuming nuclear testing after 30 years citing other countries' programs as justification.
- Experts warn this could trigger reciprocal tests by Russia and China and raise global nuclear risks.
Carney Tours Korean Submarine For Canada Bid
- Mark Carney toured a new Korean KSS-3 submarine and emerged smiling atop the hatch.
- The vessel was already flying a Canadian flag to signal South Korea's readiness to deliver boats by 2035.
Limited U.S.-China Deal Keeps Leverage Intact
- Trump and Xi agreed on temporary concessions: reduced U.S. tariffs, resumed U.S. soybean purchases, and maintained rare earths exports for a year.
- Analysts note the deal leaves bigger issues untouched and lets China retain leverage after the year lapses.