Mr. Speaker, I think that it is now important for Canada to have conversations around the world, particularly with governments whose systems and values may differ from ours when it comes to society in general. However, it is now very important to have very strong partners, and China is the world's second-largest economy and largest consumer market. It is important for Quebec exports, for connecting Quebec jobs and for access to markets in general.
Also, when we have disagreements, it is important to be at the table and to have this discussion with leaders. It has been nine years since the last meeting between the previous prime minister and the president—