On March 5, 2025, in Shanghai, a group of CCBC members took part in an invitation-only lunchtime discussion with the Ambassador of Canada to the People’s Republic of China, H.E. Jennifer May, and Canada’s Consul General in Shanghai, Ms. Jennie Chen. This exclusive gathering gave attendees a platform to discuss the complex challenges businesses face amid growing trade protectionism. The conversation also looked ahead, exploring China’s economic trajectory and the future of Canada-China trade relations. Participants included executives from Pratt & Whitney, Linamar, BMO, Brookfield, Canada Wood Group, Cirque du Soleil, and McCain Foods.