PM Carney to visit China, first trip in nearly a decade
Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to China next week to meet President Xi Jinping, seeking to rebuild relations and diversify trade as U.S. tariffs impact growth. Read the full story.
Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to China next week to meet President Xi Jinping, seeking to rebuild relations and diversify trade as U.S. tariffs impact growth. Read the full story.
China has significantly increased its purchases of U.S. soybeans, with total acquisitions approaching 10 million tonnes in early 2026. This major trade development impacts global agricultural markets.
Prime Minister Mark Carney will visit Beijing in January 2026, aiming to reset Canada-China relations strained by trade disputes and espionage. Experts warn the trip must not complicate ties with the U.S.
Ireland's Micheál Martin is set for a landmark visit to China, the first by an Irish leader since 2012. The trip aims to strengthen bilateral ties and address key diplomatic and trade issues.
As 2026 begins, Canada's trade sector faces pivotal shifts. Explore the evolving landscape, from port operations to policy, and understand what's at stake for the national economy.
Chinese President Xi Jinping used his New Year's Eve speech to tout AI and chip breakthroughs while declaring reunification with Taiwan inevitable, following major PLA drills. Read the full analysis.
China announces significant 55% additional tariffs on certain beef imports, a move with potential repercussions for global agricultural trade and export markets.
The U.S. government has granted Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) its annual approval to export advanced chipmaking equipment to its China facilities, a key development in global tech trade. Read the full analysis.
President Xi Jinping's triumphant New Year's Eve speech highlighted China's advancements in AI, semiconductors, and defense, signaling confidence amid global challenges. Read the full analysis.
Chinese President Xi Jinping highlighted national technological achievements and reaffirmed the commitment to Taiwan reunification in his New Year's Eve address. Read the full analysis.
Corn futures in Chicago posted their steepest intraday drop in over a month, pressured by speculation China may release domestic grain reserves. Get the full analysis on the market implications.
Top diplomats from China, Cambodia, and Thailand met in Yunnan on Dec. 29, 2025, as Beijing pushes for a more influential role in regional diplomacy. Read the latest on this strategic dialogue.
The London Knights have traded forward Logan Hawery to the Sarnia Sting. Get the details on the OHL transaction announced on December 28, 2025.
The London Knights have traded forward Logan Hawrey to the Sarnia Sting. Get the details on this Ontario Hockey League transaction announced on December 28, 2025.
As the 2026 review of the USMCA trade pact approaches, analysts are weighing what a second Trump administration might demand from Canada and Mexico. Explore the potential implications.
China announces provisional tariffs up to 42.7% on EU dairy imports, a major escalation in trade tensions. The move, effective immediately, targets key European exports.
A crucial tariff exemption saved Canadian businesses in 2025, but experts warn it's 'absolutely' at risk next year. Learn about the looming trade threat.
Prime Minister Mark Carney's plan to boost trade with China, labeled a top security threat, faces scrutiny over delayed foreign interference safeguards. Can Canada balance economic needs with democratic security?
An analysis argues Canada must prioritize its enduring alliance with the U.S. over risky overtures to China, despite political provocations. The strategic and economic benefits are too vital to jeopardize.
Taiwan has initiated a formal complaint at the World Trade Organization challenging Canada's steel tariffs. The move escalates a significant trade dispute between the two economies.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer outlines specific requirements Canada must meet to renew the critical trade pact. Learn the key conditions and potential impacts on bilateral trade.
Trade experts are calling on the Canadian government to aggressively pursue new economic partnerships within the Americas to diversify exports and strengthen supply chains. Learn about the strategic shift.
Japan and Australia call for restraint after Chinese warship radar locks onto Japanese fighter jets, escalating regional tensions. Details on the incident and diplomatic response.
The European Union is reviewing the potential removal of tariffs on Volkswagen electric vehicles manufactured in China. This decision could reshape trade flows and impact the competitive landscape for EVs in Europe.
As China and the EU mark 50 years of diplomatic ties, European leaders call for a new partnership to navigate global challenges, trade wars, and innovation. Explore the vision for the future.
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping in December 2025 for critical discussions on the Russia-Ukraine war and bilateral trade. Get the latest details on this high-stakes diplomatic engagement.
Major solar panel maker Canadian Solar transfers its Chinese unit's key assets to Canadian ownership to protect U.S. market access. Get the details on this strategic shift.
A British Columbia tribunal has resolved a complex dispute involving an unusual credit arrangement. Learn how the case unfolded and what it means for financial agreements in Canada.
China's massive R&D investment transforms it from manufacturing hub to innovation leader, challenging Western technological dominance with rapid advancements in automotive tech.
Canadian ambassador confirms rapid progress in bilateral relations with China following leaders' meeting. PM Carney accepts invitation to visit Beijing as countries resolve trade issues.