Canada’s Regulatory Challenges and U.S. Economic Strategies in Asia

Explore the impact of rising regulatory burdens on Canada's economic growth and job market, as highlighted by a recent study. Delve into the strategic importance of economic corridors for U.S. engagement in Southeast Asia, and how these initiatives can counterbalance China's influence. Additionally, discover Africa's potential to transform its economic landscape and the global response to Trump's tariffs. This episode offers a comprehensive analysis of global economic trends and their implications for future growth and competitiveness.

Sources:
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/economy/article-sharp-rise-in-regulatory-burden-is-harming-economic-job-growth-study/
https://thediplomat.com/2025/02/economic-corridors-one-way-forward-for-us-engagement-in-southeast-asia/
https://www.miragenews.com/africas-3-4t-vulnerabilities-to-resilience-1405533/
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqx977lrdl1o

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:44) Sharp rise in regulatory burden is harming Canada’s economic, job growth: study
(00:03:52) Economic Corridors: One Way Forward For US Engagement in Southeast Asia
(00:06:56) Africa's $3.4T: Vulnerabilities to Resilience
(00:10:24) Trump tariffs: Retaliate or negotiate - what will US partners do next?