Mark Carney, the newly sworn-in 24th prime minister of Canada, has firmly rejected any notion of the country becoming part of the US, despite threats from Donald Trump. Carney, a former governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, emphasized the fundamental differences between Canada and the US. He expressed hope for finding ways to work with the Trump administration while demanding respect for Canada.
Carney’s rise to power came in a closely watched leadership race where he secured a dominant victory with no prior elected experience and without a seat in the House of Commons. He is expected to call for an election soon to address urgent issues such as the ongoing trade war with the US that threatens Canada’s economy. Carney’s responses to comments about Canada potentially becoming the 51st state reflect his firm stance against such ideas.
International relations also come into focus as Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated Carney and called for deeper ties between the two countries. Carney’s new cabinet includes key ministers from the previous government, along with the return of former leadership rival Chrystia Freeland to a ministerial position.
As Carney sets out to defend Canadian sovereignty and navigate the economic challenges posed by the US, polls show a significant shift in support towards the incumbent Liberals, leaving the previously expected Conservative majority in doubt. With Carney viewed as more competent in handling various prime ministerial tasks, his administration faces the task of steering Canada through tumultuous times while prioritizing economic stability and international cooperation.
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