Canada-China Tension Index
Low
Few active disputes. Normal diplomatic and trade activity. Constructive engagement signals present.
1.6 / 10Diplomatic
2/10Trade
2/10Military
0/10Political
3/10Component Detail
| Component | Score | Trend | Key Driver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diplomatic | 2/10 | ↑ up | Taiwan will join the 2026 Pacific Islands Forum following its absence in 2025: MOFA |
| Trade | 2/10 | → stable | Japanese protest the list of Japanese enterprises and universities included in China's announced strict control over exports of dual-use items. |
| Military | 0/10 | ↓ down | No significant activity |
| Political | 3/10 | ↑ up | No immediate casualties reported after 5.1 magnitude earthquake hits Xinjiang, China |
| Technology | 2/10 | → stable | Chinese advanced manufacturing technology leads South Korea, according to Korean reports. |
| Social | 2/10 | ↑ up | China confirms visa-free travel for UK and Canadian nationals. |
Diplomatic Timeline (2024-2026)
No immediate casualties reported after 5.1 magnitude earthquake hits Xinjiang, China
Legislative Tracker
| Bill | Title | Status | Relevance | Last Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-27 | An Act to enact the Consumer Privacy Protection Act, the Personal Information and Data Protection Tribunal Act and the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act and to make consequential and related amendments to other Acts | In Committee | ||
| C-34 | An Act to amend the Investment Canada Act | Royal Assent | ||
| C-70 | An Act respecting countering foreign interference | Royal Assent | ||
| C-16 | An Act to amend certain Acts in relation to criminal and correctional matters (child protection, gender-based violence, delays and other measures) | In Committee | ||
| S-7 | An Act to amend the Customs Act and the Preclearance Act, 2016 | 2nd Reading |