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On January 15, 2026, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister, met with Canadian Foreign Minister Anand in Beijing. Wang Yi stated that Prime Minister Carneys visit to China marks the first visit by a Canadian prime minister in eight years, and is of pivotal and symbolic significance for bilateral relations. The two leaders will hold meetings and talks, which he believes will open new prospects for bilateral relations. China is willing to strengthen communication with Canada, enhance trust, eliminate interference, deepen cooperation, and promote the steady, solid, and sound development of bilateral relations under the new circumstances. Wang Yi stated that both sides should view each other rationally, amicably, and inclusively, handle issues with mutual respect, focus on the cooperation agenda, release positive messages, provide positive expectations for the development of bilateral relations, inject more confidence, and jointly build a new type of strategic partnership between China and Canada. Anand stated that the new Canadian government attaches great importance to its relations with China. Prime Minister Carney looks forward to in-depth communication and exchanges with Chinese leaders during this visit, clarifying the direction of bilateral relations, restarting dialogue in various fields, promoting more mutually beneficial outcomes, strengthening coordination and cooperation on multilateral affairs, and further developing the strategic partnership between the two countries.A Reuters poll showed that 52% of economists said the risk of the Bank of Japan falling behind the inflation curve was neither high nor low.A Reuters poll showed the median forecast for the Bank of Japans interest rate peak at 1.50%, up from 1.00% in a February 2025 survey.A Reuters poll showed that 60% of economists expect the Bank of Japan to raise interest rates once in 2026, while 31% expect two rate hikes.A Reuters poll showed that 97% of economists (65 out of 67) expect the Bank of Japan to keep interest rates unchanged until March.
