Ambassador: Canada to advance China ties ‘at a rapid pace’

Canada is poised to enhance its diplomatic and economic ties with China at an accelerated pace, according to Jennifer May, the Canadian Ambassador to China. Speaking at a reception commemorating the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations, May emphasized the commitment to addressing key bilateral issues swiftly. The event, held in Beijing, was jointly organized by the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries and the Canadian Embassy. May highlighted a significant turning point in the relationship following the recent China-Canada leaders’ meeting in Gyeongju, South Korea. Additionally, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has accepted an invitation to visit China at a mutually convenient time, a move that May anticipates will further solidify the partnership. Yang Wanming, president of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, praised the Canadian government’s proactive and constructive approach to fostering bilateral relations, expressing confidence that such efforts will garner public support and withstand historical scrutiny.