Mark Carney Heads to Beijing to Discuss Canada-China Relations as U.S. Outlook Darkens

New York Times - World DiplomaticNews ReportEN 6 min read 100% complete by Matina Stevis-GridneffJanuary 14, 2026 at 06:00 AM

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In January 2026, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting Beijing to meet with President Xi Jinping and attempt to mend strained relations between Canada and China. The three-day visit aims to restore a vital partnership as Canada seeks new markets amid a deteriorating relationship with the U.S. under President Trump. Relations between Canada and China soured in 2018 after the arrest of a Chinese executive in Canada and China's subsequent detention of two Canadians, leading to retaliatory tariffs on key exports. While officials are negotiating to lower these tariffs, a deal is not guaranteed during the visit. The broader relationship is also complicated by Canadian concerns about Chinese interference in Canadian politics and repression of Chinese Canadians.

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There is intrinsic value in the event of the visit happening.

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China arbitrarily detained two Canadian citizens after Canada arrested a Chinese business executive.

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Diplomatic relations between Canada and China ruptured in 2018 after Canada arrested a Chinese business executive.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada will arrive in Beijing on Wednesday for a three-day state visit.

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Canadian security services say China routinely meddles in Canadian political affairs.

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Officials from the two countries are negotiating lowering the tariffs, but an agreement had not been reached.

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Vancouver 30% South Korea 30% Ottawa 40% Beijing 50% Donald Trump 60% United States ×370% Xi Jinping ×270% Mark Carney ×690% Canada ×1090% China ×890%

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canada-china relations 100% trade relations 80% diplomatic relations 70% tariffs 60% new markets 50% political affairs 50% security services 40% u.s. relations 40%