World Report April 15: Tuesday's top stories in 10 minutes
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Apr 15, 2025 Commemorating two years of civil war in Sudan, personal stories highlight the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Inflation data raises concerns across Canada, especially for farmers facing tariffs impacting their livelihoods. As federal leaders campaign intensively in Quebec, the agricultural community voices its worries about international trade. Meanwhile, global politics heat up with Xi Jinping's diplomatic efforts in Southeast Asia, amidst a backdrop of legal battles and political shifts, including Singapore's upcoming elections.
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Sudanese Refugee Family
- Sudanese-Canadian Sami Atabani is trying to get his sister and her seven children out of Sudan.
- He applied to a family reunification program but hasn't heard back and is frustrated with the lack of urgency.
Tariff Impact
- Tariffs have short-term inflationary effects but long-term deflationary ones.
- This makes it difficult for central banks to manage.
Farmers and Trade
- Alberta farmers are prioritizing international trade and considering who to vote for in the federal election.
- Some are switching crops due to Chinese tariffs on canola.