World Report April 10: Thursday's top stories in 10 minutes
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Apr 10, 2025 The podcast dives into the media strategies of Canada's Conservative Party, which are more restrictive compared to other political parties. It explores the competitive dynamic as Liberal and NDP leaders campaign for the same seat in Saskatchewan. Tensions between the U.S. and China over trade are also highlighted, along with a decline in Canadian tourism to Florida due to these tensions. Additionally, it features a controversial incident at a university in Prince Edward Island, where an artist resigned over a politically charged piece.
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Limited Media Access to Poilievre
- Conservative Party staffers handpick reporters who can ask Pierre Poilievre questions.
- This limits access compared to other leaders, who allow more questions from reporters traveling with them.
Leaders Converge in Saskatoon
- Liberal leader Mark Carney and NDP leader Jagmeet Singh campaigned in the same Saskatoon riding.
- Both parties aim to gain seats in Saskatchewan after being shut out in previous elections.
China's Trade War Response
- China vows to retaliate in the ongoing trade war with the US.
- Despite market rebound after a tariff reprieve, the dispute's impact on China's economy remains a concern.