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Three short summaries today of stories of interest to Canadians abroad. Please don’t forget to share, subscribe or send feedback.
Canada's Unity at Risk as Diaspora Politics Heat Up
Canada's in a tight spot, with antisemitic incidents on the rise and diaspora politics causing a stir. National unity is on the line, and leaders need to step up with a unifying message that brings everyone together under a shared Canadian identity. It's not just about preserving peace at home – Canada also needs to rethink its foreign policy to navigate a world that's increasingly multipolar. Focusing on core national interests is key to keeping the peace, maintaining order, and ensuring good governance.
Read more: The Hub
China Woos Canadian Investors for Belt and Road
China is rolling out the red carpet for Canadian businesses, inviting them to invest in the Belt and Road Initiative with a focus on green collaborations. This comes amid Western side-eye over concerns about economic arm-twisting and environmental impacts. Launched a decade ago, the Belt and Road initiative is a grand Chinese plan to connect continents through infrastructure, boosting China's global clout and economic growth. While the UN and some countries are all for it, critics are wary of "debt-trap diplomacy" and want more transparency. Beijing's shift to "high-quality investments" shows they're learning from past hiccups and economic constraints.
Read more: CTV News
The Canadian Discovery Shaping Global Health
Flashback to Toronto, where researcher Daniel Drucker stumbled upon a hormone that would eventually lead to Ozempic, a drug that's now at the center of talks about diabetes treatment and weight management. The discovery was a game-changer for medical research and shows how scientific innovation can tackle tough health challenges. Ozempic's impact goes beyond patient care – it's sparking conversations about body politics and the quest for sustainable health solutions.
Read more: Macleans.ca