What’s pushing Canada and China closer?

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In January 2026, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney concluded a visit to Beijing, describing it as "historic" and signaling a potential new strategic partnership between Canada and China. This development follows years of strained relations between the two countries. The impetus for this shift appears to be driven, in part, by tariffs imposed by the United States under President Donald Trump, pushing Canada to seek closer ties with China. Experts suggest this partnership aims to position both nations within a changing global landscape. The potential benefits and implications of this strengthened relationship are currently being analyzed.

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Carney said the partnership could set both nations up for a “new world order”.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney concluded what he described as a “historic” visit to Beijing this week.

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney hails his visit to China as ‘historic’.

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The relationship between Canada and China has been acrimonious for years.

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Many argue that United States President Donald Trump’s tariffs have pushed Canada and China to forge this new partnership.

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Inside StoryCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney hails his visit to China as ‘historic’.The relationship between Canada and China has been acrimonious for years, but now the two countries seem to be embarking on a new chapter.Prime Minister Mark Carney concluded what he described as a “historic” visit to Beijing this week, hailing a new strategic partnership with China that he said could set both nations up for a “new world order”.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1 of 3Canada breaks with US on China tariffslist 2 of 3Who owns the Arctic?list 3 of 3US says Canada will regret decision to allow Chinese EVs into their marketend of listMany argue that United States President Donald Trump’s tariffs have pushed Canada and China to forge this new partnership. So, who stands to gain the most?Presenter: James BaysGuests:Einar Tangen – Senior fellow at the Centre for International Governance Innovation, a Canadian think tankWilliam Lee – Chief economist and managing director at Global Economic AdvisorsJean Charest – Former Canadian deputy prime ministerPublished On 17 Jan 2026

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