Araverus Team|Friday, January 16, 2026 at 8:36 PM
Araverus Team
Jan 16, 2026 · 8:36 PM
Canada-China Relations · Diplomacy · Trade Partnership
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a strategic partnership with China during his meeting with President Xi Jinping, aiming to improve bilateral ties after years of strained relations.
Beijing is hosting Mark Carney as it works to sustain its exports and woo U.S. allies frustrated with American protectionism.
The U.S. commerce secretary also criticized Canada’s move to further its trade relationship with China.
A deal, if completed, would likely involve Ford buying the Chinese carmaker’s batteries for its factories outside the U.S., according to people familiar with the matter.
The threat of a new trade war with Europe is pushing the trans-Atlantic alliance into its deepest crisis since World War II.