US EditionCanadian PM Mark Carney announces new cabinet; Anita Anand foreign minister
- Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a new cabinet in Ottawa on May 13, 2025, with Anita Anand appointed as foreign minister.
- The cabinet reshuffle followed a recent federal election and ongoing geopolitical challenges, including tensions with China and the fallout from the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
- Anita Anand, previously defence minister and industry minister, replaces Mélanie Joly who now leads the industry portfolio, while David McGuinty takes over national defence.
- Carney’s cabinet, composed of 28 ministers evenly divided between men and women, is supported by 10 secretaries of state and prioritizes Canada-U.S. Relations and economic issues. Carney emphasized that his team is committed to innovative thinking, strong direction, and prompt implementation in their work.
- The new cabinet signals a leaner, more focused government intent on addressing security, economic challenges, and international relations, while Anand’s appointment reflects continuity and renewed emphasis on Canada’s global partnerships.
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Canadian Prime Minister Carney Shakes Up Cabinet, Names Indian-origin Anita Anand Foreign Minister
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Canadian Prime Minister reshuffles cabinet and names new foreign minister
By ROB GILLIES TORONTO (AP) — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a major Cabinet reshuffle Tuesday, including a new foreign minister, as he assembles a newly re-elected Liberal government. Carney, who replaced Justin Trudeau earlier this year and won election last month, named Anita Anand as foreign minister, replacing Mélanie Joly, who becomes industry minister. Anand previously served as defense minister.
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