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USA & Canada Intelligence Brief — Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Rio Times · USA & Canada Intelligence Brief October 7, 2026 — Trump says no hurry on Canada trade talks; Canadian surplus with US nearly doubles to C$11.2 billion; C$35.2 billion Pacific Link pipeline designated national interest. The post USA & Canada Intelligence Brief — Wednesday, October 7, 2026 appeared first on The Rio Times .

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