The Wall Street Journal’s Chinese-language website has published coverage of Rebel News publisher Ezra Levant’s one-hour exclusive interview with U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra.

Conducted at the ambassador’s residence in Ottawa, the interview focused on Canada-U.S. relations, including trade, energy policy, anti-American sentiment in Canada, and China’s growing influence.

Ambassador Hoekstra expressed concerns about closer Canadian economic ties with China. He warned that past Western engagement with Beijing has led to lost industries, intellectual property theft, and long-term dependency. He specifically addressed Mark Carney’s recent comments to Chinese officials supporting a “New World Order,” noting the risks of such an approach.

🚨 In a candid one-hour interview, @USAmbCanada, Pete Hoekstra responds to tough questions on China, trade, energy and Canada–U.S. tensions.

Watch the full interview: https://t.co/EB9Mosx18M pic.twitter.com/QUPIpV7rvo

— Rebel News (@RebelNewsOnline) April 1, 2026

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Hoekstra also discussed Chinese electric vehicles in Canada, stating clearly that Chinese EVs purchased in Canada would not be allowed to enter the United States.

He highlighted the economic and strategic challenges posed by Chinese state-backed industries. Ezra asked detailed questions on these issues, which Canadian mainstream media have largely overlooked.

The Wall Street Journal’s Chinese edition coverage brings international attention to the discussion at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions. Rebel News will continue to cover these important foreign policy and cross-border topics.

Watch the full interview here: