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A debate in the House of Commons about the long-delayed creation of a foreign influence registry. The Conservatives demanded a specific date for the registry to be operational, while the Liberals vaguely stated that it'll be ready in the 'upcoming weeks.'

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Michael Cooper

Conservative
“The Liberals are taking too long to set up the foreign influence registry they already agreed to. I demand they give a clear date for when it will be operational.”
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Hon. Gary Anandasangaree

Liberal
“The transparency registry will be running soon. We're working on it. No, I won't give a specific date.”
Our translation 61% shorter