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International Roundup: Alberta Separatism, Diplomatic Thaw, and Global Developments
In a series of international developments, Canada is grappling with renewed separatist sentiments in Alberta, while China has overturned the death sentence of a Canadian citizen. Elsewhere, the United States is increasing beef imports from Argentina, Russia has arrested a suspect in the shooting of a high-ranking military official, and Japan's Prime Minister is poised to consolidate power.
In Canada, a push for Alberta to join the United States is gaining traction, sparking controversy. Protests were held outside the legislature in Edmonton on May 3, 2025, opposing the "Rally for Alberta Independence," according to The Guardian. The meetings between unelected Albertans and US officials have been labeled "treasonous" by some, the outlet reported.
Meanwhile, in a potential sign of improved relations, China overturned the death sentence of Canadian Robert Lloyd Schellenberg, according to a Canadian official, as reported by The Guardian. Schellenberg was initially detained on drug charges in 2014. Prime Minister Mark Carney is seeking to boost trade ties with Beijing.
Across the globe, the United States is increasing its imports of beef from Argentina. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation to hike low-tariff imports of Argentinian beef, according to The Guardian. The announcement, made on Friday, sparked fury from US cattle ranchers, though economists believe it will have little impact on prices.
In Russia, a second suspect in the shooting of a high-ranking military official has been arrested. The suspect, Russian national Lyubomir Korba, was arrested and extradited from Dubai, where he fled after the attack, according to Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB), as reported by Al Jazeera. The shooting attempt on Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseyev occurred in Moscow on February 6, 2026.
Finally, in Japan, the ultra-conservative Prime Minister is set to seize more power. An exit poll in a snap election suggested that Sanae Takaichi's coalition has secured a big majority in the country's lower house, according to Sky News. The coalition is predicted to win between 302 and 366 of the 465 seats in the chamber, well above the 233 needed for a majority.
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