Graham Shantz, President of the Canada China Business Council, discussed Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to China, stressing the importance of resolving trade irritants and leveraging China’s central role in the global economy. He highlighted opportunities for green and energy-transition cooperation, and underscored the significance of China remaining an open market for Canadian goods and investment. Shantz also noted that the visit serves as a strategic step for Canada as it manages pressure from the United States and seeks to diversify its exports.