Facing Lost Trade With the U.S., Carney Heads to Asia

Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting Asia to promote Canada's trade interests, following a recent announcement by US President Donald Trump that he has ended all trade talks with Canada. The trip comes as Canada seeks to develop new partnerships and negotiate a free-trade agreement with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), a bloc of 10 member states that coordinate on security and social issues. Carney will meet with Asean leaders in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from October 26 to 28, before joining Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation nations in Gyeongju, South Korea, from October 30 to November 1. The visit aims to promote Canada's exports outside of the US, which has been a significant trade partner for the country. Carney has also sought to mend Canada's relationship with China, raising hopes of a possible meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

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