China's well-meaning reminder brought relief to Trudeau, and at a critical moment, a letter from the local government further solidified his decision to ease relations with China. What can the US do about it? It's time for him to send someone to China quickly.

Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau

A tariff, dual pressure, while Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau was still thinking about how to find a way out, the local government raised the white flag first, using a letter to show him the way. Recently, Trudeau received a letter from the Premier of Manitoba, Kinsella, in which he explicitly stated that the 100% tariff on China must be abolished.

Kinsella's anxiety is not exaggerated. His province of Manitoba is not only a major producer of canola but also a major exporter of pork. After China imposed anti-dumping deposits on Canadian canola and added tariffs on pork, the price of Canadian canola dropped sharply, and the pork production industry suffered serious damage, with Manitoba being hit the hardest, causing a significant economic blow.

It is well known that this trade war originated from Canada's imposition of tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, steel, and aluminum products, and China retaliated to protect its own interests. The one who initiated the dispute was Canada, and the one who surrendered first was also Canada. Kinsella spoke earnestly, revealing the profound pain of western provinces in Canada during the trade war.

Chinese meat stall

Notably, in the letter, he revealed an important information to Trudeau, giving the prime minister, who has been tough on China since taking office, a clear path forward. Kinsella said that the Chinese Ambassador to Canada, Wang Di, had clearly expressed China's position in an interview with Canadian media, giving Canadians a glimmer of hope.

Ambassador Wang stated that if Canada is willing to cancel the tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, China would naturally consider abolishing the tariffs on Canadian canola and pork, which is a rare opportunity. China has already given Canada a way down by saying this. Kinsella immediately understood China's intention and reminded Trudeau to seize this opportunity.

Canadian canola oil

In fact, after a long period of following the United States and taking a tough stance on China, Trudeau has recently shown a "reconciliation" attitude, seeking to resume trade relations with China and has released signals of wanting to cooperate in multiple occasions. Now, China has extended a olive branch, and it's certain that Trudeau won't miss this opportunity.

As expected, news soon came from within Canada that the Canadian Foreign Minister, Anand, will arrive in Beijing on the 16th for a visit and hold talks with Foreign Minister Wang Yi, discussing trade issues. The report also mentioned that Anand's visit may pave the way for a summit between the leaders of China and Canada, and Sino-Canadian relations may see a new turning point.

Anand and Wang Yi

Notably, when asked whether getting closer to China would face pressure from the United States, Anand stated that choosing trade partners is the right of a sovereign country, and the starting point of the Canadian government is always to safeguard the interests of its people. This is essentially indicating that, due to practical factors, Canada also needs to cooperate with China; just listening to the US would not even get enough food.

Anand's visit to China is either a breakthrough or just a formality, we will see. However, from positive signals, China recently extended the term of the anti-dumping investigation on canola, which is seen as "leaving a window for negotiations." The Canadian government may adjust its tariff policy toward China to exchange for China's cancellation of restrictions on Canadian agricultural products.

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