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Canadian PM Carney visits China after nearly a decade of tense relations

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks during a press conference, on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, October 27, 2025. REUTERS/Edgar Su/File Photo
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks during a press conference, on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, October 27, 2025. REUTERS/Edgar Su/File Photo

Carney’s Beijing visit could mark turning point for Canada’s tumultuous ties with China

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will visit China from Jan 13 to 17.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will visit China from Jan 13 to 17.

Former tennis world No. 3 Milos Raonic hangs up his racket

Aug 6, 2024; Montreal, Quebec, Canada; Milos Raonic (CAN) gives a press conference to announce he is pulling out of the tournament at IGA Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports.
Aug 6, 2024; Montreal, Quebec, Canada; Milos Raonic (CAN) gives a press conference to announce he is pulling out of the tournament at IGA Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports.

Canada’s Carney plans to talk trade, relations during China visit

China is currently Canada’s second-largest trade partner, with bilateral trade reaching C$118.7 billion (S$110 billion) in 2024.
China is currently Canada’s second-largest trade partner, with bilateral trade reaching C$118.7 billion (S$110 billion) in 2024.

Canadian ice hockey great McDavid finally set for Winter Games debut

Jan 8, 2026; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) warms up before a game against the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images
Jan 8, 2026; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) warms up before a game against the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

Canadian PM Carney and Brazilian President Lula urge Venezuelan-led transition process

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks during a press conference, on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, October 27, 2025. REUTERS/Edgar Su
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks during a press conference, on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, October 27, 2025. REUTERS/Edgar Su

US to face Argentina, Canada and Colombia in SheBelieves Cup

FILE PHOTO: Apr 9, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA;  United States players hold the trophy as they celebrate after defeating Canada in penalty kicks at Lower.com Field. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Apr 9, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA;  United States players hold the trophy as they celebrate after defeating Canada in penalty kicks at Lower.com Field. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo

Canada PM Carney to visit China to talk trade with Xi as US tariffs hit growth

Since taking power last March, Canadian PM Mark Carney has steadily sought to lower tensions with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Since taking power last March, Canadian PM Mark Carney has steadily sought to lower tensions with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Ukraine’s Zelensky appoints Canadian ex-deputy PM as economic adviser

Chrystia Freeland served as Canada’s deputy prime minister between 2019 and 2024 and was a leading international advocate for sending aid to Kyiv.
Chrystia Freeland served as Canada’s deputy prime minister between 2019 and 2024 and was a leading international advocate for sending aid to Kyiv.

Curling seeks to break free of reliance on Winter Olympics spotlight

Sweden's Christoffer Sundgren, Oskar Eriksson and Rasmus Wranaa in action during the men's gold medal match at the  Le Gruyere AOP European Curling Championships in Lohja, Finland, on Nov 29, 2025.
Sweden's Christoffer Sundgren, Oskar Eriksson and Rasmus Wranaa in action during the men's gold medal match at the  Le Gruyere AOP European Curling Championships in Lohja, Finland, on Nov 29, 2025.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.