Brookfield invests over $3 billion in Chinese entities

Brookfield, a Canadian investment fund, has over $3 billion in investments linked to Chinese state-owned companies. This includes a $750 million real estate venture in Shanghai and loans from the Bank of China, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest for new Prime Minister Mark Carney. Carney, who resigned from Brookfield in January 2025, has been involved in expanding the firm's presence in China since 2020. His connections to Chinese leadership and financial institutions may influence his economic policies as he takes office amid escalating U.S.-China trade tensions. As Carney begins his term, scrutiny of his financial dealings and Brookfield's ties to China is expected to increase. Questions remain about the effectiveness of his blind trust in distancing him from the firm's investments, especially as Canada navigates complex global trade relationships.