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Carney Declares End of Free Trade, Boosts China Ties

11/3/2025

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At the Apec summit in South Korea, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney declared the end of rules-based free trade and pledged to diversify exports away from the United States.
Carney spoke with Chinese President Xi Jinping, who expressed a desire to improve China-Canada relations.
In Malaysia, United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed regional stability and tensions with China.
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi urged dialogue despite historical disputes.

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At the Apec summit in South Korea, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney declared the end of rules-based free trade and pledged to diversify exports away from the United States.
Carney spoke with Chinese President Xi Jinping, who expressed a desire to improve China-Canada relations.
In Malaysia, United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed regional stability and tensions with China.
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi urged dialogue despite historical disputes.