Rambod Behboodi
@genevatradelaw.bsky.social
Lawyer and law prof, former Canadian diplomat, aspiring scénariste of Persian legendary history.
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It is, and yes.
This is actually quite brilliant, up to and including the final sentence 🔥
December 1, 2025 at 12:50 PM
It is, and yes.
The US Senate confirmed this guy.
*That* is the tragedy.
*That* is the tragedy.
This is an actual post from the actual embarrassment who is the actual Secretary of Defense.
Before you ask, yes apparently this is real. He must be taking comedy lessons and substances from Elon.
December 1, 2025 at 4:13 AM
The US Senate confirmed this guy.
*That* is the tragedy.
*That* is the tragedy.
Reposted by Rambod Behboodi
We have a new article outing #Budget2025.
Legal and compliance imperatives in Federal Budget 2025 | BLG share.google/dX8yBqujg3uy...
Legal and compliance imperatives in Federal Budget 2025 | BLG share.google/dX8yBqujg3uy...
Canada’s new trade landscape: Legal and compliance imperatives in Federal Budget 2025
This insight explores the legal implications of Federal Budget 2025 for Canadian businesses, investors, and Indigenous partners across mining, banking, transportation, agriculture, defence, and more. ...
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November 28, 2025 at 2:01 AM
We have a new article outing #Budget2025.
Legal and compliance imperatives in Federal Budget 2025 | BLG share.google/dX8yBqujg3uy...
Legal and compliance imperatives in Federal Budget 2025 | BLG share.google/dX8yBqujg3uy...
Reposted by Rambod Behboodi
Our last episode was on diversification.
We will continue on diversification in two weeks.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 3: Canada's historic search for the third option - YouTube share.google/TjZ8F4PrtFeP...
We will continue on diversification in two weeks.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 3: Canada's historic search for the third option - YouTube share.google/TjZ8F4PrtFeP...
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November 28, 2025 at 2:08 AM
Our last episode was on diversification.
We will continue on diversification in two weeks.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 3: Canada's historic search for the third option - YouTube share.google/TjZ8F4PrtFeP...
We will continue on diversification in two weeks.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 3: Canada's historic search for the third option - YouTube share.google/TjZ8F4PrtFeP...
Reposted by Rambod Behboodi
Then we discussed the WTO.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 2: Whither the WTO in its Thirthieth Year - YouTube share.google/uc6e1m6Yb8Pp...
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 2: Whither the WTO in its Thirthieth Year - YouTube share.google/uc6e1m6Yb8Pp...
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November 28, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Then we discussed the WTO.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 2: Whither the WTO in its Thirthieth Year - YouTube share.google/uc6e1m6Yb8Pp...
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 2: Whither the WTO in its Thirthieth Year - YouTube share.google/uc6e1m6Yb8Pp...
Reposted by Rambod Behboodi
This was our first episode. On the CUSMA.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 1: CUSMA is in the air - YouTube share.google/ZsTEtkvZQQjz...
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 1: CUSMA is in the air - YouTube share.google/ZsTEtkvZQQjz...
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November 28, 2025 at 2:06 AM
This was our first episode. On the CUSMA.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 1: CUSMA is in the air - YouTube share.google/ZsTEtkvZQQjz...
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 1: CUSMA is in the air - YouTube share.google/ZsTEtkvZQQjz...
Reposted by Rambod Behboodi
We've also launched a new Canadian trade podcast.
We give a deep background on issues, and then have a free flowing discussion with eminent guests.
The Tariff Home Companion | BLG share.google/f2Ndz9XEbOg0...
We give a deep background on issues, and then have a free flowing discussion with eminent guests.
The Tariff Home Companion | BLG share.google/f2Ndz9XEbOg0...
The Tariff Home Companion
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November 28, 2025 at 2:03 AM
We've also launched a new Canadian trade podcast.
We give a deep background on issues, and then have a free flowing discussion with eminent guests.
The Tariff Home Companion | BLG share.google/f2Ndz9XEbOg0...
We give a deep background on issues, and then have a free flowing discussion with eminent guests.
The Tariff Home Companion | BLG share.google/f2Ndz9XEbOg0...
It's a bit more complex.
November 28, 2025 at 2:24 AM
It's a bit more complex.
Our last episode was on diversification.
We will continue on diversification in two weeks.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 3: Canada's historic search for the third option - YouTube share.google/TjZ8F4PrtFeP...
We will continue on diversification in two weeks.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 3: Canada's historic search for the third option - YouTube share.google/TjZ8F4PrtFeP...
- YouTube
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
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November 28, 2025 at 2:08 AM
Our last episode was on diversification.
We will continue on diversification in two weeks.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 3: Canada's historic search for the third option - YouTube share.google/TjZ8F4PrtFeP...
We will continue on diversification in two weeks.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 3: Canada's historic search for the third option - YouTube share.google/TjZ8F4PrtFeP...
Then we discussed the WTO.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 2: Whither the WTO in its Thirthieth Year - YouTube share.google/uc6e1m6Yb8Pp...
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 2: Whither the WTO in its Thirthieth Year - YouTube share.google/uc6e1m6Yb8Pp...
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Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
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November 28, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Then we discussed the WTO.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 2: Whither the WTO in its Thirthieth Year - YouTube share.google/uc6e1m6Yb8Pp...
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 2: Whither the WTO in its Thirthieth Year - YouTube share.google/uc6e1m6Yb8Pp...
This was our first episode. On the CUSMA.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 1: CUSMA is in the air - YouTube share.google/ZsTEtkvZQQjz...
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 1: CUSMA is in the air - YouTube share.google/ZsTEtkvZQQjz...
- YouTube
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
share.google
November 28, 2025 at 2:06 AM
This was our first episode. On the CUSMA.
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 1: CUSMA is in the air - YouTube share.google/ZsTEtkvZQQjz...
The Tariff Home Companion - Episode 1: CUSMA is in the air - YouTube share.google/ZsTEtkvZQQjz...
We've also launched a new Canadian trade podcast.
We give a deep background on issues, and then have a free flowing discussion with eminent guests.
The Tariff Home Companion | BLG share.google/f2Ndz9XEbOg0...
We give a deep background on issues, and then have a free flowing discussion with eminent guests.
The Tariff Home Companion | BLG share.google/f2Ndz9XEbOg0...
The Tariff Home Companion
share.google
November 28, 2025 at 2:03 AM
We've also launched a new Canadian trade podcast.
We give a deep background on issues, and then have a free flowing discussion with eminent guests.
The Tariff Home Companion | BLG share.google/f2Ndz9XEbOg0...
We give a deep background on issues, and then have a free flowing discussion with eminent guests.
The Tariff Home Companion | BLG share.google/f2Ndz9XEbOg0...
We have a new article outing #Budget2025.
Legal and compliance imperatives in Federal Budget 2025 | BLG share.google/dX8yBqujg3uy...
Legal and compliance imperatives in Federal Budget 2025 | BLG share.google/dX8yBqujg3uy...
Canada’s new trade landscape: Legal and compliance imperatives in Federal Budget 2025
This insight explores the legal implications of Federal Budget 2025 for Canadian businesses, investors, and Indigenous partners across mining, banking, transportation, agriculture, defence, and more. ...
share.google
November 28, 2025 at 2:01 AM
We have a new article outing #Budget2025.
Legal and compliance imperatives in Federal Budget 2025 | BLG share.google/dX8yBqujg3uy...
Legal and compliance imperatives in Federal Budget 2025 | BLG share.google/dX8yBqujg3uy...
Been a while since I posted here. I'll have a blitz!
November 28, 2025 at 1:56 AM
Been a while since I posted here. I'll have a blitz!
"I voted for the person who is doing exactly what he said he would do, in explicit terms, because I hate the people he also hates. Now the things I voted for are hurting me. WTF?"
"Federal programs that Trump and Elon Musk like to bash are essential for many of us in rural America."
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I’m a farmer in Ohio. Trump’s tariffs are devastating.
American farmers deserve better.
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June 29, 2025 at 3:23 AM
"I voted for the person who is doing exactly what he said he would do, in explicit terms, because I hate the people he also hates. Now the things I voted for are hurting me. WTF?"
Following President Trump's latest comments, the usual suspects are out, "if only we give this one or two - or three - concession, everything will be alright."
Well, it's complicated. Just look at pharma. Which has nothing to do with supply management or DST.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Well, it's complicated. Just look at pharma. Which has nothing to do with supply management or DST.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Pharma, national security and tariffs: Where do we go from here?
Plan ahead for Section 232 and MFN policy changes. BLG trade lawyers can help you manage risk and protect your cross-border operations.
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June 29, 2025 at 3:19 AM
Following President Trump's latest comments, the usual suspects are out, "if only we give this one or two - or three - concession, everything will be alright."
Well, it's complicated. Just look at pharma. Which has nothing to do with supply management or DST.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Well, it's complicated. Just look at pharma. Which has nothing to do with supply management or DST.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
This is for the trade nerds.
Canada is not alone having to deal with complexities of trade agreements and federalism.
How does the EU deal with mixed competence agreements?
Here are some thoughts.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Canada is not alone having to deal with complexities of trade agreements and federalism.
How does the EU deal with mixed competence agreements?
Here are some thoughts.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Finding a ratification solution in the EU-Mercosur trade deal
www.blg.com
June 29, 2025 at 3:15 AM
This is for the trade nerds.
Canada is not alone having to deal with complexities of trade agreements and federalism.
How does the EU deal with mixed competence agreements?
Here are some thoughts.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Canada is not alone having to deal with complexities of trade agreements and federalism.
How does the EU deal with mixed competence agreements?
Here are some thoughts.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
The US Court of International Trade ruled the fentanyl and reciprocity tariffs unjustified and illegal. What does it all mean?
Check out our dedicated resource centre for regular updates.
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Check out our dedicated resource centre for regular updates.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Tariffs and Trade Resource Centre
Tariffs and Trade Resource Centre
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June 7, 2025 at 3:20 AM
The US Court of International Trade ruled the fentanyl and reciprocity tariffs unjustified and illegal. What does it all mean?
Check out our dedicated resource centre for regular updates.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Check out our dedicated resource centre for regular updates.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
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Here we go again.
Tariffs to the rescue, this time to Make Hollywood Great Again.
Or how filming Star Trek in Toronto is a national security threat to the United States.
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Tariffs to the rescue, this time to Make Hollywood Great Again.
Or how filming Star Trek in Toronto is a national security threat to the United States.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
A new threat to U.S. national security: the imminent demise of Hollywood
www.blg.com
May 5, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Here we go again.
Tariffs to the rescue, this time to Make Hollywood Great Again.
Or how filming Star Trek in Toronto is a national security threat to the United States.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Tariffs to the rescue, this time to Make Hollywood Great Again.
Or how filming Star Trek in Toronto is a national security threat to the United States.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Here we go again.
Tariffs to the rescue, this time to Make Hollywood Great Again.
Or how filming Star Trek in Toronto is a national security threat to the United States.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Tariffs to the rescue, this time to Make Hollywood Great Again.
Or how filming Star Trek in Toronto is a national security threat to the United States.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
A new threat to U.S. national security: the imminent demise of Hollywood
www.blg.com
May 5, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Here we go again.
Tariffs to the rescue, this time to Make Hollywood Great Again.
Or how filming Star Trek in Toronto is a national security threat to the United States.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Tariffs to the rescue, this time to Make Hollywood Great Again.
Or how filming Star Trek in Toronto is a national security threat to the United States.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Let's not forget where that term - "shock and awe" comes from. Let's not forget the damage it caused. Let's not forget that Trump is a symptom, and not a cause, of the present malaise of the Republic.
"The Purge" is not a phrase staffers want to hear, but working in this White House, it's entirely on-brand:
www.thedailybeast.com/trump-is-plo...
www.thedailybeast.com/trump-is-plo...
Trump Is Plotting Shock-and-Awe ‘Purge’ of White House Staff
Mike Waltz’s ouster as national security adviser could be a sign of trouble ahead for White House staffers.
www.thedailybeast.com
May 2, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Let's not forget where that term - "shock and awe" comes from. Let's not forget the damage it caused. Let's not forget that Trump is a symptom, and not a cause, of the present malaise of the Republic.
I started writing about interprovincial trade in 1994. I'm glad we're finally catching up with the 20th century.
Ontario is leading the way.
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Ontario is leading the way.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Ontario’s new trade fund: Everything you need to know
Government of Ontario announced that it was launching the $50M OTTF
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May 2, 2025 at 2:08 PM
I started writing about interprovincial trade in 1994. I'm glad we're finally catching up with the 20th century.
Ontario is leading the way.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
Ontario is leading the way.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
It's difficult keeping track of all the changes, but our talented team at BLG is on top of things.
What's happening with autos? A respite. Welcome, to be sure, but the sector needs certainty.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
What's happening with autos? A respite. Welcome, to be sure, but the sector needs certainty.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
U.S. releases new tariff changes for the automotive industry
On April 29, 2025, The U.S. President signed a Proclamation and an Executive Order providing some relief from the 25 per cent tariffs on imported auto parts and automobiles, effective retroactively fr...
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May 2, 2025 at 2:07 PM
It's difficult keeping track of all the changes, but our talented team at BLG is on top of things.
What's happening with autos? A respite. Welcome, to be sure, but the sector needs certainty.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
What's happening with autos? A respite. Welcome, to be sure, but the sector needs certainty.
www.blg.com/en/insights/...
For thirty years, when it comes to tariffs and sanctions I've said the same thing: "The choice is not between 4 Italian shirts rather than 1; but for low income families, one shirt or toy rather than repeat visits to the thrift store."
He's literally telling his "but egg prices" voters to stuff it.
He's literally telling his "but egg prices" voters to stuff it.
Trump on China: "They made a trillion dollars with Biden selling us stuff. Much of it we don't need. Somebody said, 'oh, the shelves are gonna be open.' Well, maybe the children will have two dolls instead of 30 dolls, and maybe the two dolls will cost a couple of bucks more."
April 30, 2025 at 6:07 PM
For thirty years, when it comes to tariffs and sanctions I've said the same thing: "The choice is not between 4 Italian shirts rather than 1; but for low income families, one shirt or toy rather than repeat visits to the thrift store."
He's literally telling his "but egg prices" voters to stuff it.
He's literally telling his "but egg prices" voters to stuff it.
I was privileged to be invited by PAFSO to talk trade.
I spoke about tariffs, trade deficits, and Canada-US trade relations.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=aDHt...
I spoke about tariffs, trade deficits, and Canada-US trade relations.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=aDHt...
Rambod Behboodi ¬ Tariffs // Tarifs
YouTube video by PAFSO-APASE
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April 30, 2025 at 5:37 PM
I was privileged to be invited by PAFSO to talk trade.
I spoke about tariffs, trade deficits, and Canada-US trade relations.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=aDHt...
I spoke about tariffs, trade deficits, and Canada-US trade relations.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=aDHt...