All articles tagged with #transatlantic trade
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has proposed a new 'associate membership' status for Canada within the European Union, a move designed to counter US pressure and diversify trade. While the specific legal terminology remains debated, the political signal is clear: a closer strategic alliance between Ottawa and Brussels.
The European Union has warned that U.S. President Trump's proposed 30% tariffs could severely damage transatlantic trade relations, potentially leading to significant economic repercussions.,
A new book, 'Ricardo’s Dream,' reveals that Sir Isaac Newton, renowned for his scientific contributions, had significant financial ties to the transatlantic slave trade during his tenure as master of the mint at the Bank of England. The book claims Newton benefited from gold mined by enslaved Africans in Brazil, which was turned into currency at the bank, significantly contributing to his wealth. This connection highlights the broader involvement of early 18th-century British finance with slavery, though it does not diminish Newton's scientific legacy.