Core Insights - The visit of Canadian Foreign Minister Anand to China is framed as a "de-escalation journey" amid rising tensions due to tariffs imposed by Canada on Chinese electric vehicles and steel, with China retaliating on agricultural products [1][3] - Despite political pressures, bilateral trade between Canada and China has shown resilience, with a reported trade volume of 133.3 billion CAD in 2024, marking a 6.1% year-on-year increase [3] - Canadian exports to China have increased by 7.8% in the first eight months of the year, highlighting the economic necessity for Canada to engage with China despite U.S. pressures [1][3] Trade Dynamics - The expansion of the Trans Mountain pipeline has resulted in over 50% of Alberta's crude oil being exported to China, generating 2.78 billion CAD in revenue [3] - The liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects have also made significant progress, indicating a growing energy trade relationship between Canada and China [3] - The Canadian government is reviewing tariffs, signaling a potential shift towards restoring economic cooperation with China [3] U.S. Influence - U.S. intervention remains a constant factor, with media narratives emphasizing the sensitivity of Canada's engagement with China, urging caution [3] - The Australian Treasury's stance suggests that trade barriers are not a core interest, reflecting a broader understanding of the importance of economic ties, particularly as 96% of Canada's canola exports depend on the Chinese market [3] - The ability of Canada to navigate U.S. pressures while maintaining beneficial trade relations with China will be crucial for future cooperation [3]
中方宣布:她访华!美国人又不高兴了,开始上“眼药”了
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-11-07 09:45