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BC Ferries' China Shipbuilding Sparks Outrage Over Local Impact

6/17/2025

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BC Ferries' decision to construct four new vessels in a Chinese state-owned shipyard has ignited backlash, with critics like NDP minister Mike Farnworth condemning the move. They argue it undermines the government's commitment to local businesses, especially in light of China's troubling human rights issues and the existing tariffs on Canadian goods.

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BC Ferries' decision to construct four new vessels in a Chinese state-owned shipyard has ignited backlash, with critics like NDP minister Mike Farnworth condemning the move. They argue it undermines the government's commitment to local businesses, especially in light of China's troubling human rights issues and the existing tariffs on Canadian goods.