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September 18, 2026
Mark Carney Advocates for Canada-EU Partnership Amid U.S. Tensions
- Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the European Parliament, advocating for Canada to become the EU's first 'associate member' and emphasizing shared values and cooperation.
- He highlighted the importance of seamless digital trade and people-to-people ties between Canada and the EU.
- Carney's speech reflects a strategic pivot towards Europe as Canada navigates ongoing tensions with the U.S. over tariffs.
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- Europe wants Canada in but keeps Turkey outSep 18, 2026 at 2:30 PM · The Hill
- Carney says Canada is ‘strong’ as US borrowing costs rise and Europe ties deepenSep 18, 2026 at 8:19 PM · Independent
- Canadian leader Carney lauds plans for EU alliance following US tariffsSep 18, 2026 at 8:19 PM · AP
- As Trump-fever has cooled, one world leader has stepped forward to fill the ethical voidSep 18, 2026 at 8:42 PM · Independent