Hands across the Pacific — maybe

Chinese President Hu sets 2010 as target for doubling trade with Canada; critics note past failures, call for specific goals

Gary Park

Petroleum News Canadian Contributing Writer

Whether the deeds will match the endless, platitude-laden friendship toasts and speeches is all that really matters. But for those who want to believe the words, British Columbia will become the open door to Asia for trade, investment and transportation — with oil high on that list. During a week-lo....

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Past indications not positive

Intensified effort needed