Carney’s Beijing Visit Sends a ‘Deeply Troubling Signal’: China Watchers Alarmed by PM’s Trip Prime Minister Mark Carney’s upcoming visit to China from January 13-17 is causing concern for Chinese Canadian pro-democracy activist Sheng Xue. She believes the timing is troubling, especially as the United States takes actions to limit China’s influence. Carney is scheduled to meet with Chinese leaders Xi Jinping and Li Qiang, as well as business figures, to discuss trade, energy, agriculture, and international security.

• Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting China from January 13 to January 17.
• Chinese Canadian pro-democracy activist Sheng Xue finds the timing of the visit concerning.
• Her concern is linked to the United States taking actions against China’s reach.
• Carney is expected to meet with Chinese leaders Xi Jinping and Li Qiang.
• Discussions will cover trade, energy, agriculture, and international security.
• This marks the first visit by a Canadian prime minister to China since 2017.