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The live broadcast kicked off with Xiang Zuo revealing his intention to surprise Xiaohua with a fresh look. Armed with a comb, scissors, and an abundance of creativity, Xiang Zuo dove into the task with enthusiasm and determination, showcasing his lesser-known talent for hairstyling. With Xiaohua sitting patiently in the hot seat, the couple's endearing chemistry shone through as they exchanged playful remarks and loving glances.It’s official: Justin Trudeau has finally given up on being the prime minister of Canada. There have been plenty of previous warning signs. During the NAFTA renegotiations, for instance, Trudeau pressed the United States and Mexico to include progressive concepts like gender rights and Indigenous rights, which have nothing to do with free trade. His ignorance of the nuances of the job was on full display in 2021, when he said, “You’ll forgive me if I don’t think about monetary policy.” And his decision to go surfing in Tofino, B.C., during the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in 2021 showed his complete disinterest in national leadership. What Trudeau recently said about U.S. president-elect Donald Trump, the U.S. election and feminism proves that he’s shifted from a lame-duck to a dead-duck prime minister. On Tuesday evening, Trudeau spoke at an event hosted by the Equal Voice Foundation, a “registered charity dedicated to improving gender representation in Canadian politics,” according to its website. He clearly decided that this was the perfect venue to spout off several buckets of drivel about Trump and the U.S. election to a largely like-minded audience. “Just a few weeks ago, the United States voted for a second time to not elect its first woman president,” he said at the Equal Voice Gala Marking International Human Rights Day in Ottawa. “Everywhere, women’s rights and women’s progress is under attack. Overtly, and subtly. But I want you to know that I am, and always will be, a proud feminist. You will always have an ally in me and in my government.” These lines perfectly define Trudeau’s nine years as prime minister: divisive and delusional. Let’s start with his decision to keep calling himself a feminist. That’s pretty rich, all things considered. Two former senior cabinet ministers, Jody Wilson-Raybould and Jane Philpott, would likely disagree based on their experiences in pushing back against the prime minister during the SNC-Lavalin affair. Celina Caesar-Chavannes, Trudeau’s former parliamentary secretary, would also likely disagree based on the “hostility” and “anger” she reportedly faced in private conversations with him. Ruth Ellen Brosseau, a former NDP MP who he bumped into during a May 2016 parliamentary session, in what came to be known as “Elbowgate,” might like a word, too. Meanwhile, over half of eligible American voters didn’t decide not to elect its first female president. They decided that Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris was a lousy choice who lacked the political knowledge, policy understanding and horse sense to lead the country. Trump may have his faults, but as I wrote in these pages recently, he’s a “far more competent political leader on his worst day than Harris would ever be on her best.” Also, when has Canada ever elected a female prime minister? The only woman to hold the position, Kim Campbell, was chosen by delegates at the Progressive Conservative leadership convention in 1993. It appears that Trudeau has a selective memory — or no memory at all. Returning to Trump, it’s fair to say that Trudeau’s comment was his mealymouthed way of countering the president-elect’s recent trolling efforts. This goes back to their Nov. 29 dinner meeting at Mar-a-Lago in Florida. Trudeau reportedly told Trump that his proposed 25 per cent tariff on all Canadian goods would destroy Canada’s economy. Trump then jokingly said that Canada could become the 51st state, with Trudeau serving as its governor. Trump continued to tease Trudeau in the days that followed. There was the widely viewed Dec. 3 meme that Trump posted to Truth Social of an AI-generated image of him standing on a mountain next to a Canadian flag, with the words, “Oh Canada!” On Tuesday, he called Trudeau “governor” and Canada a “great state.” Trudeau’s decision to push back by lamenting the results of the U.S. election may have given him some pleasure in private, but it was an extraordinarily stupid move to make in public. Trump, like most world leaders, knows this prime minister is weak and ineffective. He didn’t have much respect for Trudeau to begin with, and this indirect jab probably eliminated what little he had left. In the midst of difficult discussions about forthcoming tariffs that could potentially hurt both countries’ economies, it is beyond comprehension that the prime minister would choose to poke the presidential bear. That’s not the way to save us from Trump, which Trudeau claims only he can accomplish. No one is suggesting the prime minister should lay down and give in to every demand that Trump makes. Then again, Trump makes some fair points about this government’s lack of commitment to border security and national defence. This is the perfect opportunity to implement much-needed reforms. If Canadian goods end up getting hit with a 25 per cent tariffs, it will be due to Trudeau’s decision to have seemingly given up on being our leader. What a disgrace. National Post
U.S. Energy Development Corporation (USEDC), an exploration and production company focused on the development of energy projects throughout North America, provides its outlook on the oil and gas markets in the wake of Donald Trump’s successful presidential bid and the Republican party securing control of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. • Deal Flow: Evaluated over 800 oil and gas opportunities, with strong deal flow continuing into Q4. • Capital Deployment: On track to deploy 100% of the projected $750 million announced earlier this year. • Focus Areas: Continued investments in the Permian Basin, recognized as one of the premier regions for predictable productivity and returns. • Improved Efficiencies: U.S. Energy continues to see wells decrease in cost per lateral foot while maintaining productivity, driving margin expansion. Matthew Iak, USEDC Executive Vice President, provides the following insights: Despite the geopolitical uncertainty in the U.S. and the rest of the world in 2024, the energy markets have remained relatively stable, and deal flow has been strong. It is almost paradoxical that during a tumultuous year, globally and domestically, the energy market’s remarkable achievement has been its truly unremarkable stability. For USEDC, we continued to see a steady, attractive deal flow, many at advantageous price levels for companies with a solid capital structure and robust infrastructure. We anticipate that our teams will evaluate 800-plus deals of all sizes in 2024 and expect to deploy 100% of the projected $750 million announced earlier this year. We continue to actively pursue and invest in deals within the Permian Basin, recognizing it as one of the best areas for predictable productivity and returns. In our recent Oil & Gas Market Update, “‘Drill Baby Drill’: Breaking Down the GOP’s Plan for Oil & Gas Dominance,” we highlighted how the post-election political landscape stands to open significant doors for oil and gas companies. With that said, questions around the current rule-making and regulatory environment remain to be answered, and we will be watching potential changes in this space closely. Proposed Department of Labor regulations could pose challenges across various sectors, while potential tax changes, like the elimination of certain tax treatments by the IRS, such as the 1031 deduction, promise a chilling effect on the oil and gas and real estate markets. This administration could drive positive change in the energy sector if it is able to foster more peace in the Middle East, maintain a strong dollar which makes oil more affordable in the U.S. and increases revenue from international buyers, maintain competitive corporate tax rates and policies, and unlock federal oil leases to boost production. A certainty in the U.S. economy for the past several years was the explosion of energy demand for data centers in almost every major market in the U.S. The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) and the seemingly exponential increase in electricity demand driven by these technologies has completely changed the conversation around domestic natural gas production. For the U.S. to continue to be the world’s leader in AI, data centers, and digital currency production, we also must be the world’s leader in affordable energy and energy infrastructure. Other energy sources, such as nuclear, present compelling options for meeting these demands sustainably and reliably over the long term. However, in the near term, natural gas stands out as a highly viable fuel source due to its extensive reserves – estimated to last for centuries under current consumption rates – and strong pipeline infrastructure. In the upcoming term of the new administration and beyond, it is going to be critical that our government and industry be pro energy in all forms. Conversations in Washington, D.C., Austin and other state capitals should take a long-term view and embrace all energy sources, fossil, nuclear and renewable. Signaling a long-term commitment to a pro-energy economy could make energy companies open to larger, longer-term investments in generation, pipelines and infrastructure that keep us ahead of our international competitors. For now, industries seem to be returning to long-term plans knowing they have at least four years with a pro-energy, pro-business administration. USEDC looks forward to making the most of this opportunity on behalf of the company and our partners. Source: U.S. Energy Development Corporation
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