oct 13, 1973 - Recognition of Communist China
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Another important aspect of Trudeau's foreign policy included the Canadian government's official recognition of Communist China in 1970, and visit to China on October 13, 1973. Trudeau realized China was a growing world power, and was a key trade partner. The recognition benefited Canadian trade, and gave Canada more independence in policy -- it defied US policy.Image: Pierre Trudeau shaking hands with Mao Zedong on his visit to China
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oct 13, 1973
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~ 51 years ago