环球时报社评：民意期待为加拿大总理访华“预热”

Group 1 - Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to visit China from January 13 to 17, marking the first visit by a Canadian Prime Minister to China since 2017, with discussions focused on trade, energy, and security issues [1] - There is a growing public sentiment in Canada favoring improved relations with China, as indicated by a poll showing that the percentage of Canadians holding a positive view of China has increased from 16% in early 2022 to 27% [1][2] - Over 60% of Canadians support the complete removal of tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles in exchange for China lifting its retaliatory measures, reflecting a significant shift in public opinion towards expanding trade relations with China [1][2] Group 2 - The deterioration of Canada-China relations in recent years has adversely affected Canadian farmers, who have been particularly impacted by tariffs imposed by both countries [2] - The Canadian government has been urged by provincial leaders to reconsider tariffs on China, with a focus on resolving issues related to canola seed exports [2] - The strategic awareness in Ottawa has been heightened due to the high costs of following the U.S. in imposing tariffs on China, leading to a determination to diversify trade and reduce reliance on the U.S. [3] Group 3 - Recent diplomatic engagements between Canada and China, including constructive conversations and meetings between leaders, signal a potential shift towards a more pragmatic and cooperative relationship [4] - The Canadian government has been sending signals of willingness to engage with China, with a timeline of increasing diplomatic interactions aimed at recalibrating the bilateral relationship [4] - The expectation is that Prime Minister Carney's visit will serve as a new starting point for rebuilding a practical cooperation framework between the two countries [4]