Canadian foreign minister Anand met with China's Wang Yi in Malaysia - Canada statement

Canadian foreign minister Anand met with China's Wang Yi in Malaysia - Canada statement

Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on July 2, 2025, during the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Regional Forum. The meeting was part of ongoing efforts to maintain regular communication channels between the two countries and discuss global issues such as conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.

The ministers highlighted the importance of the upcoming meeting of the Joint Economic and Trade Commission, the next round of consular consultations, and forthcoming counternarcotics discussions. They also agreed to remain in touch and continue dialogue on various bilateral and regional issues [2].

This meeting comes amidst escalating trade tensions between the United States and China. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is also scheduled to meet with Wang Yi on Friday, July 3, in Kuala Lumpur. This meeting is part of an effort by the U.S. to renew its focus on the Indo-Pacific region and address concerns over China's support for Russia in its war against Ukraine [1].

Rubio has been vocal about the U.S.'s commitment to the Asia-Pacific region and has expressed concerns over China's trade practices and regional influence. The U.S. has threatened to impose punitive tariffs on several countries, including Japan and South Korea, if they do not strike deals with Washington by August 1 [3].

The meeting between Anand and Wang Yi underscores the importance of Canada's engagement with China in maintaining regional stability and addressing global challenges. The ministers' commitment to regular dialogue and cooperation highlights the significance of bilateral relations in the face of geopolitical tensions.

References:
[1] https://www.financialexpress.com/world-news/us-secretary-marco-rubio-to-meet-chinas-wang-yi-in-malaysia-amid-trade-tension/3910421/
[2] https://www.miragenews.com/anand-meets-chinas-top-foreign-affairs-officials-1495298/
[3] https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/marco-rubio-to-meet-chinese-foreign-minister-wang-yi-on-sidelines-of-asean-talks/articleshow/122381327.cms