Chinese EV influx into Canada reportedly raises national security, data privacy concerns

Canada’s decision to significantly reduce tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) has triggered fresh concerns over national security, cybersecurity and the potential collection of sensitive data, according to a report by The Epoch Times. The media outlet reported that Chinese EVs are expected to gain greater access to the Canadian market following Ottawa’s decision to cut the tariff on Chinese-made electric vehicles from 100 per cent to 6.1 per cent. The move is part of a broader trade arrangement under which China also reduced duties on Canadian canola imports. According to The Epoch Times, the agreement initially permits up to…