Carney meets von der Leyen to deepen Canada-EU strategic partnership
- Prime Minister Mark Carney met EU leaders Ursula von der Leyen and Roberta Metsola in Strasbourg
- Discussions focused on deepening ties in critical minerals, energy, defence, and advanced tech
- Carney highlighted the need for strategic autonomy and resilience with trusted partners
- Leaders agreed to remain in close contact to advance the Canada-EU partnership
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Prime Minister Mark Carney met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola in Strasbourg, France, on Sept. 16, 2026.
The leaders discussed efforts to strengthen the Canada-European Union partnership across several strategic sectors. Key areas of focus included critical minerals, energy, defence, research and development, and advanced technologies.
Strategic Alignment
Carney thanked Metsola for the invitation to address the European Parliament. He emphasized the importance of building greater strategic autonomy, resilience, and sovereignty in a divided global landscape.
The Prime Minister underscored the European Union’s role as a close, trusted partner with shared values. Both sides agreed to maintain close contact as they advance these collaborative initiatives.
What specific trade agreements or regulatory harmonizations are expected to emerge from the focus on critical minerals and energy cooperation?
How might the emphasis on 'strategic autonomy' impact Canada's existing trade relationships with other major partners like the US or China?
Which advanced technology sectors are likely to see the first joint R&D funding initiatives between Canada and the EU?
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