Von der Leyen Proposes Canada as EU's First 'Associate Member'
European Commission chief says bloc could create new category of relationship with Canada, though few details were provided.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has said the European Union could open the door for Canada to become the bloc's first "associate member," according to a report by Anadolu Agency.
The proposal, as described by von der Leyen, would establish a new type of relationship between the EU and a non-member country, the report said.
Von der Leyen did not provide further details on how the associate membership status would work, what criteria would apply, or a timeline for the initiative, according to the report.
The report did not specify the context in which the announcement was made or whether Canadian officials had responded to the proposal.
EGazette could not immediately verify additional details beyond those reported by Anadolu Agency.
Sources
- EU opens door for Canada to become bloc's first 'associate member': European Commisison chief — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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