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EPISODE · Mar 17, 2026 · 53 MIN

February inflation reported at 1.8%, Trump wants China and other counties to help open Strait of Hormuz

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In this episode, host Vijay Saini takes a closer look at two important developments influencing the global economic and geopolitical landscape. Canada’s February inflation rate has been reported at 1.8%, providing new insight into the country’s economic direction and what it could mean for consumers, interest rates, and future policy decisions. Meanwhile, tensions in the Middle East continue to draw global attention as former U.S. President Donald Trump urges China and other nations to play a role in ensuring the vital Strait of Hormuz remains open—one of the world’s most crucial oil transit routes. Vijay Saini connects the dots between economic trends and geopolitical strategy, explaining how these developments could influence global energy markets, international trade, and the broader economic outlook.

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