Carney at European Parliament: Canada and Europe Must Unite in the Face of Pressure from the U.S. and China

Mark Carney, Canada’s prime minister, said at the European Parliament on Thursday, September 17, that Canada and Europe should work more closely in a world shaped by major powers, including the United States and China, to protect their markets, democracy, and the rule of law.

In his speech to the European Parliament, Carney welcomed the European Union’s plan to establish a new and closer framework for relations with Canada. The proposal had been presented a day earlier by Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission.

The speech came as U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Europe with tariffs and trade measures in response to the proposal for closer relations between the European Union and Canada.

Carney emphasized that Canada and Europe should expand their cooperation to strengthen their ability to protect their shared interests, democracy, the rule of law, and economic security.

The Canadian prime minister’s speech was met with applause and a warm reception from members of the European Parliament.

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