Canada's Carney Seeks Closer EU Ties Amid Strain in US Relations
Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Strasbourg this week pursuing what he has described as a "unique alliance" with the European Union, a move analysts link to tensions with the Trump administration.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney travelled to Strasbourg, France, this week as part of an effort to deepen ties between Canada and the European Union, according to BBC News.
Carney has characterised the outreach as seeking a "unique alliance" with the bloc, the report said.
BBC News reported that the timing and motivation behind the renewed engagement are closely tied to strained relations with the United States under President Donald Trump, describing Trump as the "clear catalyst" for Canada's pivot toward Europe.
The visit comes as Canada has faced friction with its largest trading partner over trade and other policy disputes during the Trump administration, prompting Ottawa to look for ways to diversify its international partnerships, according to the report.
Further details of Carney's specific proposals and the EU's response were not included in the available report.
Sources
- Carney's new love-in with EU has everything to do with Trump — BBC News — World
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