China-Canada relations
Xi Jinping's First Visit to South Korea Since 2014: Strengthening Diplomatic Ties Amid Regional Economic Cooperation
Nov 02, 2025 12:17 am CST
Chinese President Xi Jinping made his first visit to South Korea in over a decade, meeting with President Lee Jae Myung to strengthen bilateral relations. As the US President Trump departed early from the APEC summit, Xi took center stage to promote regional cooperation and reset diplomatic ties with multiple nations including Canada and Japan. The visit resulted in the renewal of a $49 billion currency swap agreement and discussions on North Korean engagement, marking a significant step in reshaping East Asian diplomatic dynamics.
Xi Jinping Invites Canadian PM Carney to China Amid Global Trade Tensions and Holds First Meeting with Japan's New Premier
Oct 31, 2025 08:04 pm CST
Chinese President Xi Jinping has invited Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to visit China during their first formal talks since 2017, signaling potential improvement in strained bilateral relations. Both nations face pressure from Trump's tariff policies, even as Xi meets with Japan's first female premier Sanae Takaichi amid complex regional dynamics. The diplomatic engagements occur against a backdrop of global trade tensions, with Canada positioning itself as a potential energy supplier to Asian markets.