Canada & China
150 shared events · Importance 16 · Last updated Jul 06, 2026
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International
Canada: Canada is diversifying its trade away from the United States by allowing Chinese EV imports and aiming to significantly increase exports to China, which could boost its economy and EV supply chain.
China: China is expanding its EV export market into Canada and is looking to increase imports of Canadian goods, strengthening its economic ties with Canada.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Canada: Canada is seeking to diversify its exports and strengthen its relationship with China through the state visit of its Prime Minister Mark Carney.
China: China is hosting the Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney for a state visit, aiming to improve relations and cooperation in various sectors.
Jan 07, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Canada: Canada is facing new tariffs on its pea starch exports to China, adding to existing trade barriers on other agricultural and seafood products. This negatively affects Canadian exporters and the government's trade strategy.
China: China imposed tariffs on Canadian pea starch, continuing a trade dispute despite recent attempts at a strategic partnership. This action negatively impacts China's trade relations with Canada.
Jun 30, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Canada: Canada granted resettlement status to Dong Guangping and his family, providing him with freedom and a new home after his perilous escape from China.
China: China is the country Dong Guangping escaped from due to lack of freedom of expression and political persecution. The event highlights China's strict control over its citizens and its human rights record.
Jun 29, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Canada: Canada also called for a 16-year extension of the USMCA and is participating in discussions, though formal negotiations with the United States have not yet begun. It faces ongoing tariffs on steel, aluminum, autos, and lumber, and its trade policies are under scrutiny.
China: China is mentioned as a country whose goods the USMCA aims to block from benefiting from the agreement, and whose increasing market share in autos is a concern for North American automakers.
Apr 20, 2026 · 61 articles
Accidents
Canada: Canada sent rescue teams to Venezuela to assist in the earthquake relief efforts.
China: China confirmed seven of its nationals among the victims and pledged emergency humanitarian aid to Venezuela, with further support if requested.
Apr 20, 2026 · 323 articles
International
Canada: Canada is currently in ongoing trade negotiations with Mercosur, with officials hoping to conclude talks soon.
China: China is a key target for Mercosur's future trade partnerships, with the bloc aiming to launch negotiations soon to move closer to dynamic markets.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Canada: Canada, as a G7 member, welcomed the agreement and expressed readiness to contribute to securing shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
China: China has welcomed the interim agreement and urged for the swift reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to ensure the stability of global industrial and supply chains. Its foreign minister, Wang Yi, has called for continued efforts towards peace and stability in the Middle East.
Apr 20, 2026 · 302 articles
International
Canada: Canada has unveiled a significant C$35 billion Arctic defense plan, including investments in infrastructure and ice-capable vessels, to strengthen its presence and coordination with Nordic countries in the region.
China: China's increased interest in the mineral-rich Arctic region is a factor changing the strategic calculus for NATO allies.
Jun 26, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Canada: Canada's ambassador to the UN considers AI governance a top priority, indicating the nation's interest in the dialogue's outcomes.
China: China accounts for 15% of the computing power among the world's top 500 AI supercomputers, demonstrating its substantial contribution to AI development, as noted in the scientific panel's report.
Jun 07, 2026 · 32 articles
Regulatory
Canada: Canada is among more than 35 countries that have called for a moratorium on deep-sea mining, which could create international objections to The Metals Company's plans.
China: China holds a significant share of the global processing market for critical minerals, which the United States is trying to counter by supporting domestic deep-sea mining initiatives like The Metals Company's project.
Jun 17, 2026 · 6 articles
Tech
Canada: Canada is contributing financially and in-kind to the upgrade of the Large Hadron Collider.
China: China is contributing financially and in-kind to the upgrade of the Large Hadron Collider.
Jun 27, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Canada: Canada faces an increased risk of severe heat and drought conditions that fuel wildfires due to El Ni
.
China: El Nino is likely to be neutral for China, meaning no significant positive or negative impact is currently anticipated.
May 08, 2026 · 304 articles
International
Canada: Canada is a member of the G7 and has signed a joint statement congratulating the United States and Iran on the diplomatic breakthrough, supporting efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
China: China, a major buyer of Iranian oil, has seen its seaborne crude oil imports drop, contributing to the global oil market's oversupply as it draws down inventories.
Apr 20, 2026 · 390 articles
International
Canada: Canada>>> is a member of the G7>>> club, participating in discussions on global economic stability.
China: China's factory activity expanded due to stockpiling, but it is also a source of global trade imbalances and faces pressure from G7 nations regarding its industrial policies.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
Canada: Canada, as a G7 nation, expressed support for the US-Iran deal and the prospect of additional energy supplies from Canada in the coming years was welcomed by G7 leaders.
China: China, as a major buyer of Iranian oil, is mentioned in the context of sanctions waivers. Concerns about China's economy are also noted as a factor weighing on oil prices.
May 27, 2026 · 425 articles
International
Canada: Canada is a member of NATO, which was formed to counter the risk of Soviet attack.
China: China is observing Donald Trump's criticisms of NATO with satisfaction.
Apr 08, 2026 · 66 articles
Tech
Canada: Canada is home to one of the CarbonX 2.0 winning teams.
China: China is home to several of the CarbonX 2.0 winning teams and is a pilot site for CCUS for Steel solutions.
Jun 24, 2026 · 13 articles
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