China and Canada Hold High-Level Talks on Tariffs and Trade Disputes

The talks took place in Beijing, where Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand met with her Chinese counterpart as part of ongoing efforts to improve the strained relations between the two nations. Tensions have persisted for years over diplomatic and trade-related issues.

The meeting follows recent trade measures from both sides: in August, China imposed preliminary anti-dumping duties on Canadian canola imports, while Canada, a year earlier, announced a 100 per cent tariff on Chinese electric vehicles.

Speaking on Thursday, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he expected to meet senior Chinese leaders soon but avoided commenting on whether Canada might consider easing its EV tariffs in exchange for relief on canola duties.

While the discussions mark a positive step toward renewed dialogue, officials from Ottawa emphasized that no breakthrough had yet been achieved. Both governments, however, signaled a willingness to continue talks aimed at stabilizing and strengthening bilateral trade relations.