PM Mark Carney’s Latest Development in EU-Canada Partnership

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to discuss the New EU-Canada Strategic Partnership of the Future. The two leaders focused on deepening cooperation in key areas, including ¹:

• Industrial Policy: Strengthening ties to enhance competitiveness and innovation.
• Critical Raw Materials: Collaborating on sustainable sourcing and management.
• Digital Trade: Fostering growth and cooperation in the digital sector.
• Clean Technologies: Promoting joint efforts to address climate change.

This partnership aims to make Canada and the EU stronger and more competitive in a rapidly changing global landscape. As the newly elected Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney has been working to steer the country through various challenges, including a trade war with the US and expected federal election.

About Mark Carney
Mark Carney is a seasoned economist and politician who has served as the governor of both the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England. He became Canada’s 24th Prime Minister in March 2025, bringing a fresh perspective to governance and economic strategy ¹ ².

Key Developments Under PM Carney’s Leadership

• Trade and Economy: Navigating Canada through a trade war with the US, led by President Donald Trump.
• Climate Action: Emphasizing sustainable practices and reducing carbon emissions.
• Defense Spending: Committing to meet NATO’s 2% GDP target by 2030 and 5% by 2035 .