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Director Philippe Rheault on Options for a Unified Approach to Chinese Investment Among USMCA Partners

The China Institute joins a high-level CSIS roundtable to explore pragmatic pathways for resilient Canada-US-Mexico cooperation on Chinese investment.

September 18, 2025

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[Recording] Canada-China Relations Under Carney’s Government: Lessons From Australia?

The Director of the China Institute, Philippe Rheault, joined Prof. James Laurenceson on a panel moderated by Prof. Lynette Ong to explore not only similarities but also key differences between Canada and Australia in engaging with China. The discussion also examined broader geopolitical dynamics alongside pragmatic policy and economic considerations, with today’s rapidly changing global context as the backdrop.

September 10, 2025

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Is the US Dollar: As Good As Gold?

My first venture into the markets was the purchase of a small bit of gold bullion. I liked the idea of owning a physical asset. Armed with a degree in economics, I knew that gold had a long history as a store of value.

September 3, 2025

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Despite Tariffs, China’s GDP Exceeds Expectations

China’s National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reported that GDP grew by 5.2 percent year-over-year, modestly exceeding the expectations of the Chief Economists surveyed by the Yicai Research Institute.

July 21, 2025

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Chinese students in Australian election campaigns

This study explores why Chinese international students volunteer in Australian election campaigns, despite their lack of voting rights.

June 17, 2025

Ye Xue, David T. Smith & Minglu Chen

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    TCI’s H1 2026 Canada–China trade report referenced by the South China Morning Post

    The SCMP cited our latest semi-annual bilateral trade report, highlighting record first-half Canadian exports to China and shifting trade patterns.

    September 21, 2026

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    Gordon Houlden speaks with Radio-Canada on former Chinese premier Zhu Rongji’s legacy

    Director Emeritus Houlden reflected on Zhu Rongji as an astute economic reformer but no political liberal, offering a nuanced portrait of his reformist drive, firm political outlook, and tough governing style. (Originally published in Mandarin.)

    August 20, 2026

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    Director Philippe Rheault spoke to OMNI TV about the latest Pew research into global views of China and the United States

    Rheault noted that notwithstanding the contributory effects of China’s more measured diplomatic posture and sustained efforts to project predictability, the real drivers of shifting opinions remain U.S. actions and behaviour. (Originally posted in Mandarin.)

    July 20, 2026

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    Senior Fellow Guy Saint-Jacques writes in La Presse that Canada’s next ambassador to China should not be a political appointment (Originally published in French)

    Saint-Jacques reflected on the qualities required of Canada’s next ambassador to China and why a choice from the diplomatic ranks is most suitable. He also discussed the importance of combining pragmatic engagement with closer coordination with allies on trade and strategic matters.

    June 24, 2026

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    Reza Hasmath writes in The Conversation on how China’s “red lines” shape global news reporting

    Professor Hasmath examines how China’s restrictions on media access and its political sensitivities can influence journalistic language, editorial choices, and the reporting of political realities.

    June 18, 2026

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    Director Emeritus Gordon Houlden interviewed by CTV News on Wang Yi’s visit to Canada

    Houlden said that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s visit is a significant step in advancing Canada–China relations, describing Wang as a trusted interlocutor with direct access to China’s senior leadership.

    May 29, 2026

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    Philippe Rheault interviewed by CityNews Ottawa amid Wang Yi’s visit on trade, energy, and evolving Canada–China relations

    Rheault told CityNews Ottawa that deeper engagement with China will test Prime Minister Mark Carney’s principled pragmatism, while geopolitical uncertainty is a potentially a boon to Canada’s energy exports and diplomatic leverage.

    May 29, 2026

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    Track 2 Dialogue Participants Reflect on Charting Canada–China Relations Amid Uncertainty

    Following a recent Canada–China Track 2 dialogue, former Deputy Prime Minister Anne McLellan and former Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird joined the Sage podcast to share reflections on navigating Canada–China relations in a fast evolving geopolitical landscape.

    May 24, 2026

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    Director Emeritus Gordon Holden on CGAI to reflect Trump–Xi Summit and Canada's Indo-Pacific Future

    In a CGAI podcast discussion, Holden assessed the Trump–Xi summit, arguing that its significance lay more in political signalling than substantive outcomes. He also reflected on shifting regional dynamics, the need to update Canada's Indo-Pacific Strategy.

    May 23, 2026

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    Gordon Houlden speaks with Canada Radio International on Trump–Xi summit (Mandarin)

    Houlden reflects on key themes from the summit, highlighting the factors shaping broader strategic dynamics between the US and China.

    May 20, 2026

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