Informal discussion on the removal of tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles

Federal officials say a review of the government’s decision to impose 100 per cent tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles is informal and there’s no specific deadline.

The news comes as Canada tries to recalibrate its trade relationship with China, which imposed heavy tariffs on Canadian canola in a move widely seen as retaliation for the E-V tariffs.

Liberal M-P Kody Blois (BLOYZ) travelled to China with Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe earlier this month and has suggested that Canadians can expect to see more high-level outreach to Beijing.

Chris Davison of the Canola Council of Canada says they’re encouraged by the recent engagement between Canada and China, but did not take a position on the E-V tariffs, saying it’s a political issue that requires a political solution.