Saskatchewan’s Minister of Trade and Export Development, Warren Kaeding, is tackling mounting trade challenges as global tariffs and shifting policies disrupt the province’s agriculture-dependent economy.
China’s tariffs on key exports like canola oil and meal have unsettled producers, while U.S. trade unpredictability adds further uncertainty. To counter these disruptions, Kaeding is expanding international connections, particularly in Asia, and advocating for reduced inter-provincial trade barriers.
Efforts to streamline domestic trade are ongoing, with provincial ministers meeting regularly to address regulatory hurdles. Meanwhile, Kaeding’s recent trade mission to Vietnam and participation in a Singapore conference underscored growing opportunities in Southeast Asia for Saskatchewan’s agricultural and energy exports.