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EU proposes associate member status for Canada sparking debate
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the EU's first associate member, prompting debate and a warning of heavy tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Mark Carney visits St. Pierre and Miquelon to meet Macron, first PM visit
Prime Minister Mark Carney became the first Canadian head of government to visit Saint Pierre and Miquelon, meeting French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss strategic cooperation.
Mark Carney welcomes EU associate membership bid for Canada amid US tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has welcomed proposals for Canada to become an associate member of the European Union as trade tensions with the United States escalate.
Poland angry as European Commission pushes billions for Ukraine's defense
Poland and other EU member states have criticized the European Commission for proposing to redirect unused SAFE defense loan funds toward Ukraine without prior consultation.
John Healey seeks UK entry into Canada‑led defence bank
Chancellor John Healey is in talks with Ottawa for the UK to join a Canada-led multilateral defence bank, despite Treasury resistance over costs.
Canada offers air defense support for Ukraine as Zelenskyy visits
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Canada to secure a new aid package including C$350 million in air-defense interceptors and energy loan guarantees.
UK, France and Canada sanction Israeli settlements alongside Western allies
A coalition of Western nations led by the UK, France, and Canada has announced coordinated economic penalties targeting illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank.
Trump warns Canadian firms of US procurement exclusion over trade dispute
President Donald Trump has warned that Canadian firms could be barred from U.S. federal procurement contracts unless Ottawa guarantees equal market access.
Canada Launches Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. Goods
Canada has enacted approximately $20 billion in retaliatory tariffs against the United States, sparking an escalating trade dispute as Prime Minister Mark Carney resists trade pressure.
Trump threatens to stop sale of Canadian Bombardier jets in US
President Donald Trump has warned Canadian aircraft manufacturer Bombardier that its business jets will face a US sales ban unless the company shifts its production south of the border.
Trump hits back at Canada as tariff dispute escalates
Trade tensions between the US and Canada escalated into a severe economic conflict after negotiations collapsed, prompting 50% tariffs on $20 billion in Canadian goods and planned retaliatory measures from Ottawa.
Red Arrows pull out of UK air shows after weather strands team in Canada
Persistent bad weather in north-east Canada has grounded the Royal Air Force Red Arrows, forcing the cancellation of three high-profile UK summer appearances.
US State Department to close five foreign missions in Canada and Japan
The State Department has notified Congress of plans to shutter five international diplomatic posts, marking a rare contraction of the U.S. foreign footprint.
Canada urged to launch nationwide boycott of US goods amid Trump tariffs
A coalition of Canadian provincial leaders and business groups is pushing for a formal boycott of American products in response to looming 50 per cent trade tariffs. The proposal follows significant economic strain and political tension between Canada and the United States.
Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canada
President Trump has signed proclamations imposing 50 percent duties on a wide range of Canadian imports, marking a significant escalation in trade tensions. The move, invoking the Tariff Act of 1930, affects $20 billion in goods and impacts ongoing USMCA-related discussions.
Canada bans entry to foreign nationals who recently visited Congo for Ebola
Canada has introduced an entry ban for foreign nationals who have visited the Democratic Republic of the Congo within the last 21 days. This policy, which aims to mitigate Ebola risks, contradicts guidance from the World Health Organization regarding international travel.
Canada selects German firm to build 12-vessel submarine fleet
Canada is seeking to acquire up to 12 Type 212CD submarines in what is described as the largest defense procurement in the country's history. The project aims to replace the current Victoria-class fleet and enhance industrial capacity.
Alberta and Ottawa reach energy deal to fast-track West Coast pipeline
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Danielle Smith have announced a formal agreement to construct a new oil pipeline to Asian markets. The project is linked to carbon capture initiatives and has drawn criticism from political leaders and environmental organizations.