AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCanada–Saudi Energy & Mining Ties: Prime Minister Mark Carney used the Calgary Stampede stop to press pipelines and reaffirm support for a West Coast oil pipeline, while also continuing Middle East outreach tied to energy and mining partnerships. AI Data Centres, Power Demand & Public Backlash: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith faced callers on Meta’s $13B Sturgeon County AI data centre, defending claims it won’t raise bills or strain water, as critics warn about grid impacts and decommissioning plans. Trade Policy for Energy-Adjacent Goods: India and Canada wrapped a third round of CEPA talks in Ottawa, reporting “positive progress” and aiming to finish the deal in 2026, with market access expected to cover goods, services, investment, procurement and digital trade. Nuclear Energy Angle: A separate report highlights India’s push for small modular reactors under its Nuclear Energy Mission, pointing to uranium-linked investment themes that include Canadian and other international supply relationships. Human Rights in Mining: A new tracker flags rising conflict and abuse allegations tied to the minerals powering the clean-energy transition, renewing calls for stronger rules and community protections.
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