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Eby heads to Asia on trade mission as Indigenous leader pulls out due to Bills 14, 15

On June 2, 2025, British Columbia Premier David Eby commenced a ten-day business trip to Asia, visiting Japan, South Korea, and Malaysia with the goal of expanding trade partnerships beyond the U.S. Market.
The mission followed the recent passage of Bills 14 and 15 that fast-track infrastructure projects but sparked criticism from Indigenous leaders, prompting Regional Chief Terry Teegee to withdraw from the delegation.
Bills 14 and 15 aim to accelerate renewable energy, public sector, and resource projects, while debates continue over Indigenous consultation and rights impacted by these laws.
Eby stated international investors need strong Indigenous partnerships and high environmental standards for faster project approvals, citing the Blackwater mine's rapid completion as an example.
Eby acknowledged more work is needed to rebuild Indigenous trust and pledged his government will uphold these partnerships despite tensions amid U.S. Tariff threats.

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Kitimat Northern Sentinel

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B.C. Premier David Eby stops in Japan on Asia trade mission

B.C. Assembly of First Nations regional chief bows out of trip, citing bills 14 and 15

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Indigenous leader pulls out of B.C. trade mission to Asia over Bills 14, 15

B.C. Premier David Eby spoke to media a day after B.C. Assembly of First Nations Regional Chief Terry Teegee withdrew from the trade mission, citing criticism of Bills 14 and 15, two pieces of legislation aimed at speeding up certain projects.

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Vancouver Sun

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David Eby heads to Asia on trade mission as Indigenous leader pulls out due to Bills 14, 15

B.C. Premier David Eby said Saturday that he is confident that recent Indigenous opposition to certain fast-tracking laws will not affect the province’s ability to attract investment from Asian trade partners.

3 days ago·Vancouver, Canada

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B.C. is a ‘reliable trading partner’: Premier heads to Asia on trade mission

Earlier this month, B.C. Premier David Eby announced he would be going to Asia on a trade mission, along with Agricultural Minister Lana Popham.

3 days ago·Toronto, Canada

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Eby heads to Asia on trade mission as Indigenous leader pulls out due to Bills 14, 15

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