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While there have been some strained moments in negotiations with Cabinet colleagues, all parties have already negotiated a mini-Spending Review for this year.

The television advertising market has become more strained with the addition of streaming services, including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Paramount+ competing with legacy stations for dollars.

University budgets have been strained by a 16% drop in international students - who pay higher fees than domestic students - after changes to visa rules came into force last January.

The relationship between the Liberals and Nationals - which mainly represents regional communities and often leans more conservative than the Liberals - had become strained in recent times, with climate and energy being key points of contention.

His request was viewed as a strategic one, as it came amid strained ties between Canada and its powerful neighbour the United States.