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Canada’s Carney says middle-power countries shouldn’t compete for favor with the US

Carney said Canada and the European Union have a combined population more than twice the United States and a defense budget twice China’s.

  • On Saturday, Prime Minister Mark Carney met Martin to discuss shifting Canada's focus away from the United States, arguing middle power countries should not compete for favor with America.
  • About 85% of Canadian trade remains tariff-free under the USMCA, though Carney noted President Donald Trump's trade war has chilled investment and caused diplomatic friction.
  • During his ninth European trip in 15 months, Carney showcased Canada's 56 critical minerals partnerships across more than 10 countries and membership in the European Union's SAFE mechanism.
  • Ireland prepares to hold the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union in July, while Trump hosts UFC fights on Sunday for his 80th birthday.
  • Carney aims to double non-United States exports within a decade, pursuing a 'third path' with Europe as he envisions a new world order built starting with the continent.
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Canada's Carney says middle-power countries shouldn't compete for favor with the US

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney continued his efforts to align with Europe and pivot away from its longstanding ally in the United States, meeting with leader of Ireland and saying middle power countries shouldn’t compete for favor with America.

·New York, United States
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Carney said Canada and the European Union have populations more than twice the size of the U.S., with similar economies and a collective defense budget twice that of China.

·Podgorica, Montenegro
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The Tribune-Democrat broke the news in Johnstown, United States on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
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