China

• China drops visa requirement for Canadian tourists, business visitors

  For most Canadian tourists, entering mainland China currently requires a lengthy application process and approximately $140 in fees.

  World

  Feb 15
  
• Canada ‘disappointed’ over Jimmy Lai’s 20-year prison sentence in Hong Kong

  The 78-year-old pro-democracy former media tycoon was convicted in December of violating a China-imposed national security law that has virtually silenced dissent in Hong Kong.

  World

  Feb 9
  
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• U.S. says it wants new Russia nuclear arms treaty but with China involved

  Russian and U.S. negotiators this week discussed the expiration of the New START treaty and agreed on the need to quickly launch new arms control talks, the Kremlin said Friday.

  World

  Feb 6
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• Canada deal on Chinese EVs shows trade ‘trumped national security’: experts

  Ontario Premier Doug Ford has warned about the cybersecurity concerns around Chinese electric vehicles, which he called 'spy vehicles,' echoing comments from 2024.

  Canada

  Jan 27
• China removes top military general over suspected discipline violations

  The surprise announcement made Saturday leaves the Chinese president with sole and total control over China's military operations.

  World

  Jan 26
• Trump threatens 100 per cent tariffs on Canada over China trade ties

  U.S. President Donald Trump warned Canada it could face 100 per cent tariffs over expanded trade ties with China, escalating tensions between Washington and Ottawa.

  U.S. News

  Jan 24
• TikTok finalizes U.S. spinoff entity, ending battle over Chinese ownership

  TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC will secure U.S. user data, apps and the algorithm through data privacy and cybersecurity measures, the company said.

  Tech

  Jan 22
• Saskatchewan beef producers call restored exports to China ‘great news’

  Cattle producers in Saskatchewan are welcoming the news that China is now accepting Canadian beef after a multi-year ban, saying it will add stability to their industry.

  Canada

  Jan 21
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• Canadian canola seed, beef shipments going to China soon: agriculture minister

  China is moving quickly to import Canadian canola and beef after Ottawa struck a deal with Beijing to reduce tariffs, Federal Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald said Tuesday.

  Economy

  Jan 21
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• Ford again blasts ‘terrible deal’ to allow Chinese EVs into Ontario

  Premier Doug Ford repeatedly criticized Prime Minister Mark Carney's decision to reduce tariffs on up to 49,000 Chinese-made EVs in exchange for reduced duties.

  Canada

  Jan 19