Canada’s newly sworn Prime Minister Mark Carney has embarked on a whirlwind European tour to strengthen ties with key allies as President Donald Trump threatens the country’s economy and sovereignty. In his first overseas trip, Mr. Carney visited Paris and London, where he met with French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, respectively.
Mr. Carney emphasized Canada’s deep friendships with Europe, particularly France, citing their shared values and history. He also expressed interest in discussing trade and security relations with the US, while acknowledging that retaliatory tariffs are not a sustainable solution.
The Canadian prime minister’s European tour comes as he faces pressure to call an election amidst his party’s minority government. Mr. Carney has built on his strengths as a career banker and world leader, showcasing his gravitas on the global stage. Despite Trump’s rhetoric about annexing Canada, Mr. Carney reassured that both countries are NATO allies.
Canada’s relationship with the US is irreplaceable, given their close trade ties, but Mr. Carney aims to diversify alliances as he navigates a tumultuous geopolitical landscape.
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/17/world/canada/canada-trump-carney-europe.html