Recently, the ruling Liberal Party of Canada announced on the 9th that Mark Carney has been elected as the new leader of the party with an absolute advantage. He will take over Canada from the current Prime Minister Trudeau and form a new cabinet. The change of leadership of this political party has attracted much attention from the international community.

At the regular press conference held by the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs the next day (March 10th), spokesperson Mao Ningzhen responded to questions from reporters regarding the incident. Mao Ning stated that the Chinese side has taken note of the relevant reports and congratulated Mr. Carney on his election. When it comes to China Canada relations, Mao Ning emphasized that China has always adhered to the principles of mutual respect, equality, and mutual benefit to promote the steady progress of bilateral relations. China earnestly hopes that Canada can uphold an objective and rational understanding of China, effectively implement a proactive and pragmatic policy towards China, work together with China to inject new vitality into the improvement and development of China Canada relations, and promote bilateral relations to new heights.

The election of Carney has added new variables to the future direction of China Canada relations. The international community is closely monitoring Canada's practical measures in its China policy and hopes that the two sides can engage in constructive cooperation in many fields to promote the healthy and stable development of bilateral relations.