Minister Champagne to travel to the People’s Republic of China, build closer strategic and economic partnerships

March 30, 2026

In a more divided and uncertain world, Canada's new government is building a stronger, more independent, and more resilient economy—working with determination to diversify our country’s trade partnerships. 

To that end, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, will visit the People’s Republic of China between March 31 and April 4, 2026. He will meet with government and business leaders alike to build strategic partnerships and attract new investments as part of Canada’s broader diversification imperative.

As the world’s second-largest economy and an industrial leader, China and Canada stand to benefit from closer economic and trade ties. This would add to the existing $118.9 billion in two-way merchandise trade between Canada and China – the second-largest single-country trading partner to Canada.

This visit builds on Prime Minister Mark Carney’s successful visit to China in January, which marked a turning point in this important bilateral relationship, and follows productive engagements undertaken this past year to advance cooperation and revitalize the trade partnership.