Toronto : David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, will pay an official visit to the People’s Republic of China, with stops in Chongqing, Guiyang, and Beijing, from July 10 to 14, 2017.
During his visit, the Governor General will highlight opportunities for further collaboration in science, technology and innovation. He will also promote Canadian agri-food products, and stronger education and tourism ties with China.
The official visit will provide an opportunity for the Governor General to meet with key national and regional leaders in Chinese business and government.
His Excellency will be accompanied by the Honourable Bardish Chagger, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Minister of Small Business and Tourism; the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Persons with Disabilities; and a delegation of parliamentarians and civil society leaders.