Canada and China: A half-century journey from Pierre Trudeau to Mark Carney

Mark Carney kicks off China trip with series of deals as both countries tout renewal of ‘strategic partnership’

Most were renewals of non-binding agreements that had languished during the big chill in Canada-China relations for much of the past eight years.

Carney Praises Xi, Signals New Era in Canada-China Ties

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney traveled to Beijing for a four-day visit, the first by a Canadian leader since 2017, aimed at recalibrating bilateral relations after years of tension under the Trudeau administration. Carney met with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang, and top legislator Zhao Leji, highlighting the “speed of progress” in restoring […] The post Carney Praises Xi, Signals New Era in Canada-China Ties appeared first …

China and Canada at ‘new starting point’ as Mark Carney makes state visit

Chinese Premier Li Qiang says the two countries have worked together to achieve a turnaround in relations.

Carney Pays China a Visit Amid Canada’s Frayed Ties With Trump

The trip comes on the heels of Trump’s dismissive remarks about the US’s free-trade deal with Canada

Carney: Canada entering ‘new era’ of relations with Beijing

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is entering a “new era of relations” with China and that his visit to Beijing sets the stage for talks on areas where the two can be “strategic partners.”

China urges Canada to break from US influence

BEIJING — As Canadian leader Mark Carney arrives in China on Wednesday, his hosts see an opportunity to peel the longtime U.S. ally away from their rival, at least a bit.