Carney heading on overseas trade mission as Canada seeks to reduce its reliance on US
The prime minister is off to India, Australia and Japan amid ongoing tensions with Washington.
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Notable Quotes
"In a more uncertain world, Canada is focused on what we can control."
— Mark Carney , Politician
"Middle powers must act together because, if we're not at the table, we're on the menu."
— Mark Carney , Politician
"Canada lives because of the United States. Remember that, Mark, the next time you make your statements."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I agree with him."
— Anthony Albanese , Politician
"In a more uncertain world, Canada is focused on what we can control."
— Mark Carney , Politician
"In a more uncertain world, Canada is focused on what we can control."
— Mark Carney , Politician
"In a more uncertain world, Canada is focused on what we can control."
— Mark Carney , Politician
"We are forging new partnerships abroad to create greater certainty, security and prosperity at home."
— Mark Carney , Politician
Key People
Canada's Foreign Affairs Minister.
Anthony Albanese is the Prime Minister of Australia.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Former Canadian Prime Minister who recently faced criticism for skipping Canada's World Cup match.
Mark Carney is the Prime Minister of Canada.
Narendra Modi is the Prime Minister of India.
Prime Minister of Japan re-elected by Parliament.
S Jaishankar is the Foreign Minister of India.
S. Jaishankar is India's External Affairs Minister.
Xi Jinping is the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China and President of China.
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The prime minister is off to India, Australia and Japan amid ongoing tensions with Washington.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to visit Japan as part of a three-nation Indo-Pacific tour, aiming to strengthen mutual investment and partnerships in advanced manufacturing, critical minerals, and food security.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is embarking on a trade mission to India, Australia, and Japan to diversify Canada's trade relationships and reduce reliance on the U.S., amid deteriorating bilateral ties.
Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting India, Australia, and Japan to broaden Canada's international trade and lessen dependence on the U.S., following strained relations.
Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to visit India, Australia, and Japan to diversify Canada's trade and attract new investment, aiming to reduce economic dependence on the U.S.
Prime Minister Mark Carney is traveling to India, Australia, and Japan to diversify Canada's trade relationships and reduce reliance on the U.S., amid deteriorating bilateral ties.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney vowed to fight back against U.S. tariffs, stating that the U.S. is no longer a reliable trading partner.
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