Carney’s Beijing Visit Sends a ‘Deeply Troubling Signal’: China Watchers Alarmed by PM’s Trip
Chinese Canadian pro-democracy activist Sheng Xue says the timing of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to China next week “sends a deeply troubling signal,” given the United States, Canada’s closest ally, is taking action to curb the regime’s reach in the Western Hemisphere. Carney will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang, and […]
TL;DR
- Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting China from January 13 to January 17.
- Chinese Canadian pro-democracy activist Sheng Xue finds the timing of the visit concerning.
- Her concern is linked to the United States taking actions against China's reach.
- Carney is expected to meet with Chinese leaders Xi Jinping and Li Qiang.
- Discussions will cover trade, energy, agriculture, and international security.
- This marks the first visit by a Canadian prime minister to China since 2017.