Carney Meets Xi in Beijing, Hailing a ‘New Strategic Partnership’ for Canada–China Ties

Overview

• Carney told Xi that commitment and cooperation would underpin a fresh partnership, citing agriculture, energy and finance as areas for early gains.
• This is the first visit by a Canadian head of government to China in eight years.
• Both sides cast the engagement as a turning point following strains linked to the 2018 Huawei case, detentions of two Canadians and reciprocal tariffs.
• China and Canada signed memoranda of understanding, with energy cooperation highlighted as central to renewing dialogue.
• Carney met Premier Li Qiang and planned business outreach, saying trade and investment can expand as Ottawa pursues diversification beyond the U.S.