Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney (left) shakes hands with Chia's President Xi Jinping at the start of a meeting in Gyeongju, South Korea, on October 31, 2025. (Photo: Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP)
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Firstpost14-01-2026, 09:25

Canada's Carney in China to Reset Strained Ties Amid Trump's Tariff Pressure

  • Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting Beijing to mend diplomatic ties with China, strained for years, especially under pressure from US President Donald Trump's tariffs.
  • The visit aims to address disagreements, including Canada's tariffs on Chinese EVs and China's reciprocal tariffs on agricultural products.
  • This marks the first visit by a Canadian Prime Minister to China since 2017, following an invitation from Chinese President Xi Jinping.
  • Carney is scheduled to meet with Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang to discuss trade, energy, agriculture, and international security.
  • Canada also seeks to expand its petroleum and LNG markets in China, indicating a concerted effort to achieve diplomatic progress over time.

Why It Matters: Canadian PM Carney visits China to reset strained ties, focusing on trade, energy, and agriculture amidst US tariff pressure.

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