CTV Question Period with Vassy Kapelos Podcast CTV QP Podcast #514: Prime Minister Mark Carney strikes landmark tariff deal with China
Jan 18, 2026
Scott Moe, the Premier of Saskatchewan, shares insights from his recent trip to Beijing regarding the new Canada-China trade agreement, highlighting agricultural relief for prairie provinces. Michael Kovrig, a former diplomat who faced over a thousand days of detention in China, offers a gripping reflection on the nuances of the Canada-China relationship and the implications of this tariff deal. Together, they discuss the balance between trade opportunities and security risks, while exploring how these developments could reshape international relations.
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Canada-China Trade Reset Trades Ag For EV Access
- The Carney trip to China produced a trade reset trading agricultural tariff relief for limited EV access to Canada.
- The deal prioritizes immediate economic relief for Prairies while exposing new strategic trade dependencies with China.
Prairie Premier Sees Big Upside, Small EV Risk
- Scott Moe argued the quota of 49,000 EVs equals roughly last year's imports and is a small share of the market.
- He framed the agreement as opening billions in ag and energy opportunities and future manufacturing partnerships.
Pair Market Access With Strong Security Scrutiny
- Engage allies and invest in safeguards when expanding foreign access to strategic sectors.
- Balance trade opportunities with national security frameworks and scrutiny, especially for critical resources.
