Beijing – China on Tuesday said it is open to improving strained relations with Canada following Prime Minister Mark Carney’s election victory, which saw the Liberal Party return to power in a dramatic political comeback.“China is willing to develop China-Canada relations on the basis of mutual respect, equality, and mutual benefit,” said foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun at a regular press briefing.While Beijing stopped short of issuing a direct congratulation to Carney, it reiterated its consistent stance on bilateral relations, stating, “China’s position on China-Canada relations is consistent and clear.”Relations between the two countries have been fraught with tension in recent years, marked by a series of diplomatic flashpoints. The arrest of Huawei executive Men...