Reference News Network, January 23 report: According to Canada's Daily Dynamic News, on January 21, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney concluded a four-day historic visit to China, marking an important turning point for Canada on the world stage. This high-level visit has paved the way for establishing a new type of strategic partnership based on mutual respect and common economic goals.
The report points out that this visit marks a shift toward a more predictable and proactive foreign policy for Canada. By directly engaging with one of the world's largest economies, the Carney government is taking decisive measures to ensure Canadian businesses and workers gain access to global markets.
The most direct victory of this visit was a breakthrough in Canada's agricultural sector. Through constructive negotiations, China has agreed to adjust its anti-dumping measures on canola.
The report states that this change is expected to help Canadian producers regain market share and provide much-needed stability for farmers in the Prairie provinces. The agreement reflects Canada's pragmatic approach to trade.
To improve the affordability of life for Canadian families, the two countries reached a preliminary agreement on Chinese electric vehicles. Canada will allow a certain quota of Chinese electric vehicles to enjoy low tariffs.
The report states that this agreement aims to provide Canadians with more affordable green transportation options while encouraging Chinese investment in Canada's automotive infrastructure. Carney emphasized that this cooperation will help Canada build a future-oriented automotive industry, create high-paying jobs, and accelerate the transition to a net-zero emissions economy.
In addition to goods trade, the new strategic partnership focuses on cooperation in several key areas, including clean energy technology, tourism, and culture.
The report points out that the Canadian government is implementing a broader strategy to build a "resilient and independent" Canadian economy. By diversifying partnerships and reducing over-reliance on a single market, Canada positions itself as a reliable leader in the complex global landscape.
This visit has been praised by many business leaders, who consider restoring dialogue an important step forward. Regional business leaders in Canada, Jacob Cook, pointed out that this visit re-established a framework of mutual respect, which will benefit exporters in the coming years.
Canada is showing the world that principled engagement is the best path forward in the complex geopolitical landscape.
Translation by Pan Xiaoyan
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