The crash, which occurred the same night that Iran launched missile attacks against Iraqi military bases that house U.S. troops, resulted in the death of all 176 people on board, including at least 63 Canadians.

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US President Donald Trump's scene from 1990s cult classic 'Home Alone 2: Lost In New York' has been deleted from the film in the version that is being aired on Canada's national broadcaster CBC.&nbsp;

CBC spokesman Chuck Thompson has stated that eight minutes from the 120-minute film had been trimmed to make way for commercials. 
 
The channel has stated that deleting Trump's scene was not in any way politically motivated and that the edit was made long before Trump was elected at the President of the United States.&nbsp;

The edited film was shown by CBC earlier this month and drew a lot of flak from Trump's supporters for the channel. 
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His son Donald Trump Jr tweeted a link to a story on Thursday that called the edit 'pathetic'.

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Later, President Trump reacted to the edit and tweeted that "the movie will never be the same! (just kidding)".

Referring to several disagreements on policies with Canadian PM Justin Trudeau, Trump further added, "I guess Justin T doesn't much like my making him pay up on Nato or trade!"

On Christmas Eve, Mr Trump addressed US troops overseas via a video conference and referred 'Home Alone 2' as "a big Christmas hit".&nbsp;

"Well I'm in 'Home Alone 2'," Mr Trump said. "A lot of people mention it every year, especially around Christmas. They say - especially young kids- they say, 'I just saw you on the movie.' They don't see me on television as they do in the movie.

"But it's been a good movie and I was a little younger, to put it mildly. And it was an honour to do it."

Released in 1992, the film starred Macaulay Culkin in the lead. Trump shared a frame with Culkin, where the latter's character Kevin arrives at New York's Plaza Hotel and asks Trump for direction. Trump was the owner of the hotel at that point in time.&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump's scene from 1990s cult classic 'Home Alone 2: Lost In New York' has been deleted from the film in the version that is being aired on Canada's national broadcaster CBC.

US President Donald Trump's scene from 1990s cult classic 'Home Alone 2: Lost In New York' has been deleted from the film in the version that is being aired on Canada's national broadcaster CBC. CBC spokesman Chuck Thompson has stated that eight minutes from the 120-minute film had been trimmed to make way for commercials. The channel has stated that deleting Trump's scene was not in any way politically motivated and that the edit was made long before Trump was elected at the President of the United States. The edited film was shown by CBC earlier this month and drew a lot of flak from Trump's supporters for the channel. His son Donald Trump Jr tweeted a link to a story on Thursday that called the edit 'pathetic'. ‘Pathetic’: Canada’s CBC under fire when Trump’s cameo in ‘Home Alone 2’ disappears from Christmas broadcast https://t.co/zJUij9qrLe — Donald Trump Jr. (@DonaldJTrumpJr) December 26, 2019 × Later, President Trump reacted to the edit and tweeted that "the movie will never be the same! (just kidding)". Referring to several disagreements on policies with Canadian PM Justin Trudeau, Trump further added, "I guess Justin T doesn't much like my making him pay up on Nato or trade!" On Christmas Eve, Mr Trump addressed US troops overseas via a video conference and referred 'Home Alone 2' as "a big Christmas hit". "Well I'm in 'Home Alone 2'," Mr Trump said. "A lot of people mention it every year, especially around Christmas. They say - especially young kids- they say, 'I just saw you on the movie.' They don't see me on television as they do in the movie. "But it's been a good movie and I was a little younger, to put it mildly. And it was an honour to do it." Released in 1992, the film starred Macaulay Culkin in the lead. Trump shared a frame with Culkin, where the latter's character Kevin arrives at New York's Plaza Hotel and asks Trump for direction. Trump was the owner of the hotel at that point in time.

Canadian channel deletes Donald Trump's scene from 'Home Alone 2'; claim it's not politically motivated

Canada’s New Democratic Party (NDP) leader Jagmeet Singh has strongly condemned the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) which has triggered widespread protests in India. His comments have sparked a furore, online and offline.

This could have a bearing on the India-Canada relationship. Since Justin Trudeau came to power in 2013, things haven't been smooth sailing. Jagmeet Singh's NDP is the only party Trudeau can count on. Trudeau will court Jagmeet Singh to get his bills passed. This complicates Canada's relationship with India.

Discussions on Jagmeet Singh often fall under the 'grey' category. Soon after Jagmeet Singh became the leader of NDP in October 2017, he gave an interview to the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC).&nbsp;

In the interview, Singh was quizzed repeatedly on his view on Talwinder Singh Parmar - the Khalistani terrorist who orchestrated the Air India bombing in 1985. Not once did he take a stand.

On the issue of terrorism, Jagmeet Singh's record is far from being acceptable. And now he's a political heavyweight whom the Canadian PM cannot ignore.

New Delhi has been observing what's happening in Canada. India can only offer to revive ties, Canada has to meet India at the half-way mark.&nbsp;

Local political compulsions could derail Trudeau's India strategy. Especially with a pro-Khalistani voice having a major say in the country's politics. There is a stark difference between how Canadian Sikhs view the issue and how Indian Sikhs see it.

Jagmeet Singh supports the Khalistani cause. Even if it is only to earn brownie points among his voters. As long as the Canadian government relies on Jagmeet Singh, there is a real risk of Canada surrendering itself to Khalistani separatists.

As long as Khalistani sympathisers threatening India exist in the power centres of Canada, the bilateral ties will suffer.

Now, the ball is in Trudeau's court. Does Trudeau value the 'historically strong' ties with India? Or would he court parties that interfere in India's sovereignty?

The answer to this question alone will define the future of this relationship. 
 
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Canada’s New Democratic Party (NDP) leader Jagmeet Singh has strongly condemned the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) which has triggered widespread protests in India.

Canada’s New Democratic Party (NDP) leader Jagmeet Singh has strongly condemned the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) which has triggered widespread protests in India. His comments have sparked a furore, online and offline. This could have a bearing on the India-Canada relationship. Since Justin Trudeau came to power in 2013, things haven't been smooth sailing. Jagmeet Singh's NDP is the only party Trudeau can count on. Trudeau will court Jagmeet Singh to get his bills passed. This complicates Canada's relationship with India. Discussions on Jagmeet Singh often fall under the 'grey' category. Soon after Jagmeet Singh became the leader of NDP in October 2017, he gave an interview to the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC). In the interview, Singh was quizzed repeatedly on his view on Talwinder Singh Parmar - the Khalistani terrorist who orchestrated the Air India bombing in 1985. Not once did he take a stand. On the issue of terrorism, Jagmeet Singh's record is far from being acceptable. And now he's a political heavyweight whom the Canadian PM cannot ignore. New Delhi has been observing what's happening in Canada. India can only offer to revive ties, Canada has to meet India at the half-way mark. Local political compulsions could derail Trudeau's India strategy. Especially with a pro-Khalistani voice having a major say in the country's politics. There is a stark difference between how Canadian Sikhs view the issue and how Indian Sikhs see it. Jagmeet Singh supports the Khalistani cause. Even if it is only to earn brownie points among his voters. As long as the Canadian government relies on Jagmeet Singh, there is a real risk of Canada surrendering itself to Khalistani separatists. As long as Khalistani sympathisers threatening India exist in the power centres of Canada, the bilateral ties will suffer. Now, the ball is in Trudeau's court. Does Trudeau value the 'historically strong' ties with India? Or would he court parties that interfere in India's sovereignty? The answer to this question alone will define the future of this relationship. (Disclaimer: WION Edit is the channel's take on the big events of the world)

WION Edit: Is Canada silently surrendering itself to Khalistanis?

Canada's New Democratic Party leader Jagmeet Singh on Wednesday criticised the newly enacted Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) &nbsp;in India asserting that it is was "wrong and should be denounced".&nbsp;

"The Indian government's new Citizenship Amendment Law purposely discriminates Muslims and other minority communities. It is wrong and should be denounced," Jagmeet Singh, a leader of New Democratic Party (NDP) said on Twitter.

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"At a time of rising hate and polarisation, governments should work to unite people, not divide them," the Indian-origin Canadian leader added.

The Citizenship Amendment bill sailed through both houses of Parliament earlier this month and became a law after the getting assent of President Ram Nath Kovind. Since the enactment of the Act, anti-CAA protests have erupted in parts of the country during which several clashes between police and protesters have taken place.

The bill, now an Act, seeks to grant citizenship to Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, Parsis, Buddhists and Christians fleeing religious persecution from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh who came to India on or before December 31, 2014.

The leftist former criminal defence lawyer, Jagmeet Singh is the first non-white leader of a federal political party in Canada, and played a role of kingmaker after Justin Trudeau's Liberal party failed to get a majority in the general elections.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for calm and appealed citizens to not pay any heed to rumours.

"Don't resort to violence. People listened to rumours and rumour-mongering fueled violence," the prime minister said during his address in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.&nbsp;

On Tuesday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that there might have been some communication gap on the part of the government in reaching out to people.

In an interview with ANI, Amit Shah said he had made it clear in his speeches in parliament during the debate over the Citizenship Amendment Act that no member from minority community will lose citizenship.

Canada's New Democratic Party leader Jagmeet Singh on Wednesday criticised the newly enacted Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in India asserting that it is was "wrong and should be denounced".

Canada's New Democratic Party leader Jagmeet Singh on Wednesday criticised the newly enacted Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in India asserting that it is was "wrong and should be denounced". "The Indian government's new Citizenship Amendment Law purposely discriminates Muslims and other minority communities. It is wrong and should be denounced," Jagmeet Singh, a leader of New Democratic Party (NDP) said on Twitter. The Indian government's new Citizenship Amendment Law purposely discriminates Muslims & other minority communities. It is wrong & should be denounced. At a time of rising hate & polarization, governments should work to unite people, not divide them.#CitizenshipAmendmentAct — Jagmeet Singh (@theJagmeetSingh) December 25, 2019 × "At a time of rising hate and polarisation, governments should work to unite people, not divide them," the Indian-origin Canadian leader added. The Citizenship Amendment bill sailed through both houses of Parliament earlier this month and became a law after the getting assent of President Ram Nath Kovind. Since the enactment of the Act, anti-CAA protests have erupted in parts of the country during which several clashes between police and protesters have taken place. The bill, now an Act, seeks to grant citizenship to Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, Parsis, Buddhists and Christians fleeing religious persecution from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh who came to India on or before December 31, 2014. The leftist former criminal defence lawyer, Jagmeet Singh is the first non-white leader of a federal political party in Canada, and played a role of kingmaker after Justin Trudeau's Liberal party failed to get a majority in the general elections. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for calm and appealed citizens to not pay any heed to rumours. "Don't resort to violence. People listened to rumours and rumour-mongering fueled violence," the prime minister said during his address in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. On Tuesday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that there might have been some communication gap on the part of the government in reaching out to people. In an interview with ANI, Amit Shah said he had made it clear in his speeches in parliament during the debate over the Citizenship Amendment Act that no member from minority community will lose citizenship.

Citizenship Amendment Act 'is wrong and should be denounced', says Canadian leader Jagmeet Singh

Canadian Prime Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/four-indian-origin-lawmakers-inducted-in-canadian-pm-justin-trudeaus-new-cabinet-263695">Justin Trudeau</a> called Thursday on the United States not to sign a trade deal with China unless Beijing agrees to release two Canadians detained since last year.

Former diplomat Michael Kovrig and businessman Michael Spavor have been held in China's opaque legal system since they were apprehended on December 10, 2018, accused of espionage.

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Their case is widely viewed by Canadians as retribution for the arrest of Huawei chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou in Vancouver just nine days prior. She is wanted in the United States on charges related to Iran sanctions violations.

Obtaining the two men's release has been a top priority of Trudeau's government.

When asked if he thought a US-China trade deal could help resolve the situation during an interview with French-language channel TVA, Trudeau responded: "We hope so."

"We told them that the United States must not sign a final and complete deal with China that does not solve the problem of Meng Wanzhou and the two Canadians," he added.

Trudeau, who has been criticized by the opposition for his handling of the case, also said his administration has worked "practically every day to try and make China understand that they must free these two Canadians."

Meng was released on bail a few days after her arrest. She is living in her Vancouver mansion while waiting for an extradition hearing scheduled to begin January 20.

"Whatever pressure they put on us, arresting two Canadians... won't change the Court of British Columbia's decision on extradition," Trudeau warned, noting that the Canadian judicial system is "independent."

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called Thursday on the United States not to sign a trade deal with China unless Beijing agrees to release two Canadians detained since last year.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called Thursday on the United States not to sign a trade deal with China unless Beijing agrees to release two Canadians detained since last year. Former diplomat Michael Kovrig and businessman Michael Spavor have been held in China's opaque legal system since they were apprehended on December 10, 2018, accused of espionage. Watch: Their case is widely viewed by Canadians as retribution for the arrest of Huawei chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou in Vancouver just nine days prior. She is wanted in the United States on charges related to Iran sanctions violations. Obtaining the two men's release has been a top priority of Trudeau's government. When asked if he thought a US-China trade deal could help resolve the situation during an interview with French-language channel TVA, Trudeau responded: "We hope so." "We told them that the United States must not sign a final and complete deal with China that does not solve the problem of Meng Wanzhou and the two Canadians," he added. Trudeau, who has been criticized by the opposition for his handling of the case, also said his administration has worked "practically every day to try and make China understand that they must free these two Canadians." Meng was released on bail a few days after her arrest. She is living in her Vancouver mansion while waiting for an extradition hearing scheduled to begin January 20. "Whatever pressure they put on us, arresting two Canadians... won't change the Court of British Columbia's decision on extradition," Trudeau warned, noting that the Canadian judicial system is "independent."

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The head of Canada's main opposition Conservatives quit on Thursday after losing an October election to Liberal <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadas-trudeau-unveils-new-cabinet-with-focus-on-domestic-issues-263495">Prime Minister Justin Trudeau</a>, leaving the party in search of a more effective leader.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chastened-trudeau-to-reach-out-to-opponents-after-canada-election-blow-rules-out-coalition-257800">Andrew Scheer</a> said his resignation was "the best thing for our Conservative Party," adding that he would stay on in his role until a replacement was chosen. Scheer, 40, is a fiscal and social conservative who was first elected at age 25.

Scheer was under pressure over his failure to beat Trudeau, who opinion polls showed was vulnerable after a series of scandals. When pictures of Trudeau in blackface emerged during the campaign, Scheer got a bump in the polls that faded before election day.

It is unclear when the party will elect another leader. The country's most prominent Conservative, Alberta government head Jason Kenney, has no intention of running, said a well-placed Conservative source.

Dustin van Vugt, the Conservatives' executive director, denied a report by Global News saying Scheer quit after it was discovered he had secretly used party money to pay for private schooling for his children.

Van Vugt said the party did indeed pay school costs, but he said all the proper procedures had been followed.

Former Conservative Cabinet minister Peter MacKay, lawmaker Erin O'Toole, now the party's critic for foreign affairs, and former interim Conservative leader Rona Ambrose are other potential leadership candidates.

Garry Keller, Ambrose's former chief of staff, said Scheer would have faced a battle to hold onto his job.

"He either had to decide to fight to the end through a leadership race, or he could leave on his own volition. If he had stayed on, it would have been a bloody fight," said Keller.&nbsp;

October's election was the second in a row that the Conservatives lost to Trudeau.

Although <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-election-justin-trudeau-clings-to-power-but-loses-some-of-his-lustre-257402">Scheer won more votes</a>, his support was concentrated in Western provinces that have fewer parliamentary seats than Quebec and Ontario, where Trudeau prevailed.

Conservative critics complained Scheer's personal opposition to abortion and his reluctance to champion gay rights had hurt him among those who live in the eastern provinces of Canada.

"I felt it was time to put my family first," Scheer, a father of five, said when he announced his decision.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nato-leaders-including-trudeau-macron-caught-mocking-trump-on-camera-266158">Trudeau</a>, who has three children, thanked Scheer for his service and said he understood the difficulties of balancing the job with a family.

Trudeau lost his majority in the election and now must govern with the support of at least one opposition party. One senior Liberal source, who requested anonymity given the sensitivity of the situation, said chaos in the opposition was always good for the government.

But another well-placed Liberal said a leadership change could be problematic.

The resignation "relieves some of the short-term pressures, but the key question is, who replaces Scheer? If it's a superstar, then we have a problem", said the source.

The head of Canada's main opposition Conservatives quit on Thursday after losing an October election to Liberal Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, leaving the party in search of a more effective leader.

The head of Canada's main opposition Conservatives quit on Thursday after losing an October election to Liberal Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, leaving the party in search of a more effective leader. Andrew Scheer said his resignation was "the best thing for our Conservative Party," adding that he would stay on in his role until a replacement was chosen. Scheer, 40, is a fiscal and social conservative who was first elected at age 25. Scheer was under pressure over his failure to beat Trudeau, who opinion polls showed was vulnerable after a series of scandals. When pictures of Trudeau in blackface emerged during the campaign, Scheer got a bump in the polls that faded before election day. It is unclear when the party will elect another leader. The country's most prominent Conservative, Alberta government head Jason Kenney, has no intention of running, said a well-placed Conservative source. Dustin van Vugt, the Conservatives' executive director, denied a report by Global News saying Scheer quit after it was discovered he had secretly used party money to pay for private schooling for his children. Van Vugt said the party did indeed pay school costs, but he said all the proper procedures had been followed. Former Conservative Cabinet minister Peter MacKay, lawmaker Erin O'Toole, now the party's critic for foreign affairs, and former interim Conservative leader Rona Ambrose are other potential leadership candidates. Garry Keller, Ambrose's former chief of staff, said Scheer would have faced a battle to hold onto his job. "He either had to decide to fight to the end through a leadership race, or he could leave on his own volition. If he had stayed on, it would have been a bloody fight," said Keller. October's election was the second in a row that the Conservatives lost to Trudeau. Although Scheer won more votes, his support was concentrated in Western provinces that have fewer parliamentary seats than Quebec and Ontario, where Trudeau prevailed. Conservative critics complained Scheer's personal opposition to abortion and his reluctance to champion gay rights had hurt him among those who live in the eastern provinces of Canada. "I felt it was time to put my family first," Scheer, a father of five, said when he announced his decision. Trudeau, who has three children, thanked Scheer for his service and said he understood the difficulties of balancing the job with a family. Trudeau lost his majority in the election and now must govern with the support of at least one opposition party. One senior Liberal source, who requested anonymity given the sensitivity of the situation, said chaos in the opposition was always good for the government. But another well-placed Liberal said a leadership change could be problematic. The resignation "relieves some of the short-term pressures, but the key question is, who replaces Scheer? If it's a superstar, then we have a problem", said the source.

Leader of Canada's main opposition party quits after loss to Justin Trudeau

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/nato-and-the-eu-a-short-history-of-an-uneasy-relationship-265984">NATO</a>&nbsp;leaders will&nbsp;tell&nbsp;US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/global-stocks-rattled-after-donald-trump-says-no-deadline-on-us-china-trade-deal-266025">Donald&nbsp;Trump</a>&nbsp;on Wednesday they are spending billions more dollars on their militaries in the hope that he pares back his attacks on the Western alliance.

Informal&nbsp;talks&nbsp;following a Buckingham Palace reception on Tuesday to celebrate 70 years of&nbsp;NATO, European leaders led by&nbsp;Germany&nbsp;and&nbsp;France&nbsp;aim to&nbsp;tell&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;they will not be treated as junior partners as they confront global conflicts.

Despite&nbsp;Trump's accusations on Tuesday that allies were "delinquent" in their failure to spend as much as the United States on their armed forces, Europe, Turkey, and Canada will use the gathering at a luxury golf club north of London to argue they will spend $400 billion (£312 billion) collectively on defence by 2024.

"If we invest money and risk our soldiers' lives we should be clear on&nbsp;NATO's fundamentals," French President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-calls-macrons-criticism-of-nato-very-very-nasty-before-summit-266035">Emmanuel Macron </a>said on Twitter, adding that on Wednesday he would "defend the interests of&nbsp;France&nbsp;and Europe."

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That is likely to include a push to broaden&nbsp;NATO&nbsp;politically to consider a bigger role for the alliance in the Middle East and possibly Africa, although Berlin and Paris must first seek&nbsp;NATO&nbsp;support for a "wise persons" group to draw up reform plans.

In a final communique,&nbsp;NATO&nbsp;allies will recommit to their pledge to defend each other, while Britain is also expected to put six warships, two fighter squadrons and thousands of troops at&nbsp;NATO's disposal to meet a US&nbsp;demand for European armies to be more combat-ready.

NATO&nbsp;will also warn China for the first time that it is monitoring Beijing's growing military might, agreeing to gradually prepare the alliance to defend against any possible future hostilities, in arenas ranging from the Arctic to computer networks.

But the debate is unlikely to be easy.

Tuesday's gathering in London was marked by testy exchanges between&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;and Macron over the future of transatlantic ties, while the US&nbsp;leader reiterated his criticism of&nbsp;Germany&nbsp;for not spending enough on defence, seemingly unaware of Berlin's new defence plans to reach a&nbsp;NATO&nbsp;spending target by 2031.

"I'm a politician, and I'm used to being criticised for good rhetoric but bad substance. In the case of&nbsp;NATO, it is the opposite. We have had bad rhetoric but extremely good substance,"&nbsp;NATO&nbsp;Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg told diplomats and experts at an event in London on Tuesday.

Macron also accused Turkey of working with Islamic State proxies in Syria, although Canada's leader played down tensions.

"NATO&nbsp;has survived because we've always had frank conversations," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said.

NATO leaders will tell US President Donald Trump on Wednesday they are spending billions more dollars on their militaries in the hope that he pares back his attacks on the Western alliance.

NATO leaders will tell US President Donald Trump on Wednesday they are spending billions more dollars on their militaries in the hope that he pares back his attacks on the Western alliance. Informal talks following a Buckingham Palace reception on Tuesday to celebrate 70 years of NATO, European leaders led by Germany and France aim to tell Trump they will not be treated as junior partners as they confront global conflicts. Despite Trump's accusations on Tuesday that allies were "delinquent" in their failure to spend as much as the United States on their armed forces, Europe, Turkey, and Canada will use the gathering at a luxury golf club north of London to argue they will spend $400 billion (£312 billion) collectively on defence by 2024. "If we invest money and risk our soldiers' lives we should be clear on NATO's fundamentals," French President Emmanuel Macron said on Twitter, adding that on Wednesday he would "defend the interests of France and Europe." My statements on NATO triggered some reactions. I do stand by them. It is a burden we share: we can't put money and pay the cost of our soldiers' lives without being clear on the fundamentals of what NATO should be. Tomorrow, I will stand up for the French and European interests. — Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) December 3, 2019 × That is likely to include a push to broaden NATO politically to consider a bigger role for the alliance in the Middle East and possibly Africa, although Berlin and Paris must first seek NATO support for a "wise persons" group to draw up reform plans. In a final communique, NATO allies will recommit to their pledge to defend each other, while Britain is also expected to put six warships, two fighter squadrons and thousands of troops at NATO's disposal to meet a US demand for European armies to be more combat-ready. NATO will also warn China for the first time that it is monitoring Beijing's growing military might, agreeing to gradually prepare the alliance to defend against any possible future hostilities, in arenas ranging from the Arctic to computer networks. But the debate is unlikely to be easy. Tuesday's gathering in London was marked by testy exchanges between Trump and Macron over the future of transatlantic ties, while the US leader reiterated his criticism of Germany for not spending enough on defence, seemingly unaware of Berlin's new defence plans to reach a NATO spending target by 2031. "I'm a politician, and I'm used to being criticised for good rhetoric but bad substance. In the case of NATO, it is the opposite. We have had bad rhetoric but extremely good substance," NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg told diplomats and experts at an event in London on Tuesday. Macron also accused Turkey of working with Islamic State proxies in Syria, although Canada's leader played down tensions. "NATO has survived because we've always had frank conversations," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said.

'Cool it,' France and Germany to tell Trump at NATO talks

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was filmed at a Buckingham Palace reception on Tuesday evening describing how surprised US&nbsp;President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-trump-china-says-no-time-limit-on-trade-deal-with-us-266194">Donald Trump</a>'s team appeared to be by his performance at a press conference.

Earlier on Tuesday Trump had addressed issues ranging from NATO to North Korea and trade to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-impeachment-row-according-to-call-records-nunes-had-frequent-contact-with-giuliani-266054">impeachment</a> proceedings at two long question-and-answer sessions with reporters, first alongside <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cool-it-france-and-germany-to-tell-trump-at-nato-talks-266086">NATO</a> Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and then with French President Emmanuel Macron.

At one, he described earlier comments by Macron as "very nasty".

The later conversation at the reception between Trudeau, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, Macron and Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte was recorded on video and snippets were audible. Queen Elizabeth's daughter Princess Anne was also there.

"Is that why you were late?" Johnson asked Macron.

"...It was like a 40-minute press conference," Trudeau said. "Yeah, yeah, yeah! Forty minutes."

Other words were exchanged but could not be heard, before Trudeau added: "I just watched his team's jaws drop to the floor."

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was filmed at a Buckingham Palace reception on Tuesday evening describing how surprised US President Donald Trump's team appeared to be by his performance at a press conference.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was filmed at a Buckingham Palace reception on Tuesday evening describing how surprised US President Donald Trump's team appeared to be by his performance at a press conference. Earlier on Tuesday Trump had addressed issues ranging from NATO to North Korea and trade to impeachment proceedings at two long question-and-answer sessions with reporters, first alongside NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and then with French President Emmanuel Macron. At one, he described earlier comments by Macron as "very nasty". The later conversation at the reception between Trudeau, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, Macron and Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte was recorded on video and snippets were audible. Queen Elizabeth's daughter Princess Anne was also there. "Is that why you were late?" Johnson asked Macron. "...It was like a 40-minute press conference," Trudeau said. "Yeah, yeah, yeah! Forty minutes." Other words were exchanged but could not be heard, before Trudeau added: "I just watched his team's jaws drop to the floor."

Trudeau says 'jaws drop to the floor' during Trump remarks

The&nbsp;US&nbsp;national security adviser urged Canada on Saturday not to&nbsp;use&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/eu-countries-back-tough-line-on-5g-suppliers-in-potential-blow-to-huawei-264045">Huawei&nbsp;5G&nbsp;technology</a>, saying that doing so&nbsp;would&nbsp;put in jeopardy&nbsp;intelligence&nbsp;sharing with the United States and expose Canadians to being profiled by the Chinese government.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau postponed a decision on whether to&nbsp;use&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/microsoft-granted-licence-to-export-mass-market-software-to-huawei-263823">Huawei&nbsp;Technologies Co Ltd</a>&nbsp;5G&nbsp;network equipment until after the October federal election. He has not commented on the issue since winning the October 21 vote.

Intelligence&nbsp;sharing "would&nbsp;be impacted if our close allies let the Trojan horse into the city," national security adviser Robert O'Brien told reporters at a security conference in Halifax.

"When they (the Chinese) get&nbsp;Huawei&nbsp;into Canada or into other Western countries, they're going to know every health record, every banking record, every social media post, they're going to know everything about every single Canadian," he said.

The question of whether&nbsp;Huawei's&nbsp;5G&nbsp;equipment could contain back doors allowing&nbsp;access&nbsp;to Chinese spying is dividing Canada and&nbsp;its&nbsp;partners in the Five Eyes&nbsp;intelligence-sharing network.

The United States, Australia, and New Zealand have bans in place, while Britain is taking a less firm line, indicating&nbsp;Huawei's&nbsp;5G&nbsp;products could be&nbsp;used in less sensitive areas.

"We are going to take our time so that we can appropriately examine all potential threats,"<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/four-indian-origin-lawmakers-inducted-in-canadian-pm-justin-trudeaus-new-cabinet-263695">&nbsp;Canada's&nbsp;Defense Minister Harjit Sajjan</a>, who is also in Halifax, said.

"We have been extremely mindful in protecting our current 4G technology and the decisions that we make regarding&nbsp;5G&nbsp;will make sure that these systems are as strong as our current system, if not stronger," he said.

Canada has been caught in the middle of the&nbsp;US-China dispute over&nbsp;Huawei&nbsp;since Canadian police arrested&nbsp;Huawei's chief financial officer on a&nbsp;US&nbsp;warrant in December, a move condemned by China.

Beijing subsequently picked up two Canadian men in China, Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig, and charged them with spying. They are still being held.

The detention of the two men as "leverage&nbsp;shouldn't be allowed to stand," O'Brien said.

US Senator Angus King, who also spoke in Halifax, echoed O'Brien's concerns.

"It&nbsp;would&nbsp;make it very difficult to have a full&nbsp;intelligence-sharing information with a partner who has installed a direct line to Beijing," King said.

The US national security adviser urged Canada on Saturday not to use Huawei 5G technology, saying that doing so would put in jeopardy intelligence sharing with the United States and expose Canadians to being profiled by the Chinese government.

The US national security adviser urged Canada on Saturday not to use Huawei 5G technology, saying that doing so would put in jeopardy intelligence sharing with the United States and expose Canadians to being profiled by the Chinese government. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau postponed a decision on whether to use Huawei Technologies Co Ltd 5G network equipment until after the October federal election. He has not commented on the issue since winning the October 21 vote. Intelligence sharing "would be impacted if our close allies let the Trojan horse into the city," national security adviser Robert O'Brien told reporters at a security conference in Halifax. "When they (the Chinese) get Huawei into Canada or into other Western countries, they're going to know every health record, every banking record, every social media post, they're going to know everything about every single Canadian," he said. The question of whether Huawei's 5G equipment could contain back doors allowing access to Chinese spying is dividing Canada and its partners in the Five Eyes intelligence-sharing network. The United States, Australia, and New Zealand have bans in place, while Britain is taking a less firm line, indicating Huawei's 5G products could be used in less sensitive areas. "We are going to take our time so that we can appropriately examine all potential threats," Canada's Defense Minister Harjit Sajjan, who is also in Halifax, said. "We have been extremely mindful in protecting our current 4G technology and the decisions that we make regarding 5G will make sure that these systems are as strong as our current system, if not stronger," he said. Canada has been caught in the middle of the US-China dispute over Huawei since Canadian police arrested Huawei's chief financial officer on a US warrant in December, a move condemned by China. Beijing subsequently picked up two Canadian men in China, Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig, and charged them with spying. They are still being held. The detention of the two men as "leverage shouldn't be allowed to stand," O'Brien said. US Senator Angus King, who also spoke in Halifax, echoed O'Brien's concerns. "It would make it very difficult to have a full intelligence-sharing information with a partner who has installed a direct line to Beijing," King said.

Canada's use of Huawei 5G would hamper access to US intelligence: US official

Four Indian-origin lawmakers have become part of Canada's cabinet as Justin Trudeau unveiled his new team, in his second term as prime minister.

The most notable change in Trudeau 2.0 was the elevation of former foreign minister Chrystia Freeland as the deputy prime minister.

She will also be the in-charge of inter-governmental relations with a focus on ending the alienation of Canada's western provinces.

This, as the country, faces a looming national unity crisis.

Unveiling his 36-member cabinet, Trudeau praised Freeland's role in renegotiating the North American free-trade agreement or NAFTA with the US and Mexico.

The team includes four Indian origin lawmakers.

Navdeep Singh Bains has become the minister of innovation, science and industry.

Bardish Chagger has been appointed as the minister of diversity, inclusion and youth.

Anita Anand has been made the minister of public services and procurement.

Harjit Singh Sajjan has retained his post as the minister of national defence.

Justin Trudeau got a second term as the prime minister after his party won the October federal election.

However, his liberal party lost 20 seats in the polls.

Four Indian-origin lawmakers have become part of Canada's cabinet as Justin Trudeau unveiled his new team, in his second term as prime minister. The most notable change in Trudeau 2.

Four Indian-origin lawmakers have become part of Canada's cabinet as Justin Trudeau unveiled his new team, in his second term as prime minister. The most notable change in Trudeau 2.0 was the elevation of former foreign minister Chrystia Freeland as the deputy prime minister. She will also be the in-charge of inter-governmental relations with a focus on ending the alienation of Canada's western provinces. This, as the country, faces a looming national unity crisis. Unveiling his 36-member cabinet, Trudeau praised Freeland's role in renegotiating the North American free-trade agreement or NAFTA with the US and Mexico. The team includes four Indian origin lawmakers. Navdeep Singh Bains has become the minister of innovation, science and industry. Bardish Chagger has been appointed as the minister of diversity, inclusion and youth. Anita Anand has been made the minister of public services and procurement. Harjit Singh Sajjan has retained his post as the minister of national defence. Justin Trudeau got a second term as the prime minister after his party won the October federal election. However, his liberal party lost 20 seats in the polls.

Four Indian-origin lawmakers inducted in Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's new Cabinet

Trudeau's New team: 4 Indian-Origin ministers in Canada's new cabinet.

4 Indian-Origin ministers in Canada's new cabinet

Canadian Prime Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../canadas-trudeau-to-seek-formal-backing-for- minority-government-261740">Justin Trudeau</a> will shuffle his cabinet on Wednesday and insiders say he may well move Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland into a new job and ask her to prevent a national unity crisis.

Trudeau's Liberals lost their majority in an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../canada-election-pm-justin-trudeau-returns-to- power-says-voters-rejected-negativity-257453">October election </a>and now have no legislators in the western energy-producing provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan, which oppose tougher environmental laws that critics say could cripple the oil industry. Polls show separatist sentiment is growing.

Freeland, an undisputed cabinet heavyweight, successfully led Canada through 15 months of tough talks to renegotiate a new continental trade treaty.

Public broadcaster Radio-Canada said on Tuesday that Freeland would be replaced by Infrastructure Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne, indicating she will move.

Freeland was born in Alberta and grew up there. Three Liberal sources say Trudeau's team is seriously considering whether to make her minister of intergovernmental affairs, the government's point person to deal with the provinces.

"There are still some big foreign affairs files but does she need to handle them? No," said one senior Liberal, who requested anonymity given the sensitivity of the situation.

"You have to take the people with star power and deploy them to address your biggest concerns."

National unity tensions are a particularly painful issue in Canada, where the province of Quebec held a 1995 referendum on independence that only just failed.

Alberta premier Jason Kenney regularly castigates Ottawa for treating his province badly and the Liberal government's challenge grew ever larger on Tuesday when workers at Canadian National Railway went on strike, hitting western exports such as grain and oil.

The Liberal sources said nothing had been decided finally, adding last-minute changes were still possible. Trudeau is to due unveil his cabinet at 1.30 pm Eastern Time (1830 GMT) and hold a news conference at 3.30 pm.

The offices of Trudeau and Freeland declined to comment.

A potential drawback is that the minister of intergovernmental affairs is a second tier role and would on paper represent a demotion for Freeland.

One solution could be to also give her the job of deputy prime minister, which is a largely ceremonial post and much less significant than the role of U.S. vice-president.

Giving Freeland the formal title though could help strengthen her credentials as one of the leading candidates to one day replace Trudeau. Trudeau did not name a deputy prime minister after taking power in 2015.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will shuffle his cabinet on Wednesday and insiders say he may well move Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland into a new job and ask her to prevent a national unity crisis.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will shuffle his cabinet on Wednesday and insiders say he may well move Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland into a new job and ask her to prevent a national unity crisis. Trudeau's Liberals lost their majority in an October election and now have no legislators in the western energy-producing provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan, which oppose tougher environmental laws that critics say could cripple the oil industry. Polls show separatist sentiment is growing. Freeland, an undisputed cabinet heavyweight, successfully led Canada through 15 months of tough talks to renegotiate a new continental trade treaty. Public broadcaster Radio-Canada said on Tuesday that Freeland would be replaced by Infrastructure Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne, indicating she will move. Freeland was born in Alberta and grew up there. Three Liberal sources say Trudeau's team is seriously considering whether to make her minister of intergovernmental affairs, the government's point person to deal with the provinces. "There are still some big foreign affairs files but does she need to handle them? No," said one senior Liberal, who requested anonymity given the sensitivity of the situation. "You have to take the people with star power and deploy them to address your biggest concerns." National unity tensions are a particularly painful issue in Canada, where the province of Quebec held a 1995 referendum on independence that only just failed. Alberta premier Jason Kenney regularly castigates Ottawa for treating his province badly and the Liberal government's challenge grew ever larger on Tuesday when workers at Canadian National Railway went on strike, hitting western exports such as grain and oil. The Liberal sources said nothing had been decided finally, adding last-minute changes were still possible. Trudeau is to due unveil his cabinet at 1.30 pm Eastern Time (1830 GMT) and hold a news conference at 3.30 pm. The offices of Trudeau and Freeland declined to comment. A potential drawback is that the minister of intergovernmental affairs is a second tier role and would on paper represent a demotion for Freeland. One solution could be to also give her the job of deputy prime minister, which is a largely ceremonial post and much less significant than the role of U.S. vice-president. Giving Freeland the formal title though could help strengthen her credentials as one of the leading candidates to one day replace Trudeau. Trudeau did not name a deputy prime minister after taking power in 2015.

Canada's Trudeau to shuffle cabinet, foreign minister set for big new role

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday reconvened parliament for December&nbsp;5, when he will reach out to the opposition to back his minority government and its agenda, which includes tax cuts and measures to fight climate change.

Liberal Party leader Trudeau held onto power in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-canada-elections-trudeau-secures-a-narrow-victory-257594">October&nbsp;21 election</a>, but unlike his first term, the prime minister does not hold a majority of seats in the 338-member House of Commons.

"Last month Canadians elected a parliament that they expect to work together, and that's exactly what I'm going to be focussing on doing," Trudeau said in his office just before a meeting with Andrew Scheer, the Conservative Party leader.

Trudeau cited affordability, a tax-cut for the middle class, and the fight against climate change as priorities of his new government, which will be sworn in on November&nbsp;20.

During the campaign, polls suggested that Scheer had a chance to defeat Trudeau, but in the end the Conservatives won decisively only in Canada's western oil patch, where the Liberals did not pick up a single seat, but fared poorly in the more populous provinces of Ontario and Quebec.

"We found some areas of common ground, such as tax cuts for new parents," Scheer told reporters after meeting the prime minister. Scheer would not say whether he would back the so-called Throne Speech, which will outline the government's priorities and will be followed by a confidence vote.

The Throne Speech is likely to be delivered on December&nbsp;5 after the House elects a speaker, a government official said, but the confidence vote could come the following week.

Trudeau also met on Tuesday with the right-leaning premier of Saskatchewan, Scott Moe, who wants the federal carbon pricing scheme put on hold because he says it hurts the economy.

Moe was critical afterward, saying, "I did not hear that there was going to be anything different ... I heard more of the same."

Trudeau's most likely ally going forward is not a conservative but the left-leaning New Democratic Party (NDP), which shares much of the Liberals' agenda.

The NDP, whose 24 seats would be enough to help secure a majority, last month challenged Trudeau to act immediately on universal coverage for prescription drugs.

Trudeau will meet with NDP leader Jagmeet Singh on Thursday, according to the government official, and he will meet with the leader of the Bloc Quebecois, another potential ally on some issues, on Wednesday.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday reconvened parliament for December 5, when he will reach out to the opposition to back his minority government and its agenda, which includes tax cuts and measures to fight climate change.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday reconvened parliament for December 5, when he will reach out to the opposition to back his minority government and its agenda, which includes tax cuts and measures to fight climate change. Liberal Party leader Trudeau held onto power in the October 21 election, but unlike his first term, the prime minister does not hold a majority of seats in the 338-member House of Commons. "Last month Canadians elected a parliament that they expect to work together, and that's exactly what I'm going to be focussing on doing," Trudeau said in his office just before a meeting with Andrew Scheer, the Conservative Party leader. Trudeau cited affordability, a tax-cut for the middle class, and the fight against climate change as priorities of his new government, which will be sworn in on November 20. During the campaign, polls suggested that Scheer had a chance to defeat Trudeau, but in the end the Conservatives won decisively only in Canada's western oil patch, where the Liberals did not pick up a single seat, but fared poorly in the more populous provinces of Ontario and Quebec. "We found some areas of common ground, such as tax cuts for new parents," Scheer told reporters after meeting the prime minister. Scheer would not say whether he would back the so-called Throne Speech, which will outline the government's priorities and will be followed by a confidence vote. The Throne Speech is likely to be delivered on December 5 after the House elects a speaker, a government official said, but the confidence vote could come the following week. Trudeau also met on Tuesday with the right-leaning premier of Saskatchewan, Scott Moe, who wants the federal carbon pricing scheme put on hold because he says it hurts the economy. Moe was critical afterward, saying, "I did not hear that there was going to be anything different ... I heard more of the same." Trudeau's most likely ally going forward is not a conservative but the left-leaning New Democratic Party (NDP), which shares much of the Liberals' agenda. The NDP, whose 24 seats would be enough to help secure a majority, last month challenged Trudeau to act immediately on universal coverage for prescription drugs. Trudeau will meet with NDP leader Jagmeet Singh on Thursday, according to the government official, and he will meet with the leader of the Bloc Quebecois, another potential ally on some issues, on Wednesday.

Canadian PM Trudeau to seek formal backing for minority government

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday cited "positive momentum" in the US&nbsp;process to ratify a new North American trade deal, which has been in limbo for months amid concerns over labor standards.

The US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) was signed almost a year ago by the three countries, ending a period of difficult negotiations after US&nbsp;President Donald Trump demanded the North American Free Trade Agreement be renegotiated or scrapped.

But the Democratic-led US&nbsp;House of Representatives has yet to hold a formal vote to ratify it. Democrats want better mechanisms to enforce labor and environmental protections and to ensure the deal does not lead to higher drug prices.

US&nbsp;House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said last week she would not rule out a vote on the deal slipping into next year, but hoped it could happen sooner.

"It is a pleasure to see the positive momentum that seems to be happening on this renewal of this very important trade deal," Trudeau said at the start of talks in Ottawa with the Democratic chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, Richard Neal.

Mexico has already ratified the new deal, but Canada is holding back on the grounds it wants to move in tandem with the United States on the trade agreement that will replace NAFTA.

Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland has made it clear that Ottawa has no intention of reopening the pact.

Freeland said in a statement that the two sides had discussed "the shared commitment ... to support the implementation of important labor reforms in Mexico."

Neal, who also met with Canadian Labour Minister Patty Hajdu, said the trip was productive. "I particularly stressed the importance of meaningful enforcement mechanisms that ensure the protection of workers in all three nations and of our shared environment," Neal said.

Neal's committee said a US&nbsp;House Democratic working group had made "substantial progress" in negotiations with US&nbsp;Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, and was working to resolve remaining critical questions on "worker protections and labor-specific enforcement mechanisms."

US&nbsp;Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley told reporters on Wednesday he felt more "positive" about getting the agreement ratified this year after his discussions with Pelosi and Republicans on the House Ways and Means Committee.

A Canadian government source, who requested anonymity given the sensitivity of the situation, said: "Our interlocutors are not the Democrats but the White House."

Freeland said she discussed the ratification process this week with Lighthizer, who led the Trump administration's efforts to negotiate the trade pact.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday cited "positive momentum" in the US process to ratify a new North American trade deal, which has been in limbo for months amid concerns over labor standards.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday cited "positive momentum" in the US process to ratify a new North American trade deal, which has been in limbo for months amid concerns over labor standards. The US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) was signed almost a year ago by the three countries, ending a period of difficult negotiations after US President Donald Trump demanded the North American Free Trade Agreement be renegotiated or scrapped. But the Democratic-led US House of Representatives has yet to hold a formal vote to ratify it. Democrats want better mechanisms to enforce labor and environmental protections and to ensure the deal does not lead to higher drug prices. US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said last week she would not rule out a vote on the deal slipping into next year, but hoped it could happen sooner. "It is a pleasure to see the positive momentum that seems to be happening on this renewal of this very important trade deal," Trudeau said at the start of talks in Ottawa with the Democratic chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, Richard Neal. Mexico has already ratified the new deal, but Canada is holding back on the grounds it wants to move in tandem with the United States on the trade agreement that will replace NAFTA. Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland has made it clear that Ottawa has no intention of reopening the pact. Freeland said in a statement that the two sides had discussed "the shared commitment ... to support the implementation of important labor reforms in Mexico." Neal, who also met with Canadian Labour Minister Patty Hajdu, said the trip was productive. "I particularly stressed the importance of meaningful enforcement mechanisms that ensure the protection of workers in all three nations and of our shared environment," Neal said. Neal's committee said a US House Democratic working group had made "substantial progress" in negotiations with US Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, and was working to resolve remaining critical questions on "worker protections and labor-specific enforcement mechanisms." US Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley told reporters on Wednesday he felt more "positive" about getting the agreement ratified this year after his discussions with Pelosi and Republicans on the House Ways and Means Committee. A Canadian government source, who requested anonymity given the sensitivity of the situation, said: "Our interlocutors are not the Democrats but the White House." Freeland said she discussed the ratification process this week with Lighthizer, who led the Trump administration's efforts to negotiate the trade pact.

Canada's Trudeau cites 'positive momentum' on trade deal as US official visits

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Canada Elections 2019: Here's the parliament seat break up and candidates

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Canada Elects: PM Justin Trudeau win, but lose majority

Canadian Prime Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trudeau-apologizes-for-racist-brownface-yearbook-photo-250528">Justin Trudeau</a> will remain in power but with a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-congratulates-canadas-prime-minister-trudeau-on-election-victory-257426">minority government </a>that will require the support of a smaller left-leaning party after a hard-fought election in which he was dogged by scandals.

"From coast to coast to coast tonight, Canadians rejected division and negativity. They rejected cuts and austerity and they voted in favour of a progressive agenda and strong action on climate change," Trudeau told cheering crowds of supporters delivering his victory speech at the party headquarters in Montreal in the early hours of Tuesday (October 22).

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The Liberals had won or were leading in 156 out of 338 seats in Monday's (October 21) vote, according to Elections Canada. That put the Liberals far short of the 170 seats needed for a second straight majority government.

Trudeau, who took power in 2015 as a charismatic figure promising "sunny ways," saw his popularity drop over old photos of him in blackface and his handling of a corporate corruption case. He will now have to rely on the New Democratic Party (NDP) to push through key legislation.

Trudeau, 47, who has championed diversity as prime minister, was endorsed by former US President Barack Obama in the final stretch of the campaign and is viewed as one of the last remaining progressive leaders among the world's major democracies.

But the son of the late Liberal Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau also had to overcome a sense of fatigue with his government.

US President Donald Trump, whose relationship with Trudeau has been testy at times, congratulated him "on a wonderful and hard-fought victory" via Twitter.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will remain in power but with a minority government that will require the support of a smaller left-leaning party after a hard-fought election in which he was dogged by scandals.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will remain in power but with a minority government that will require the support of a smaller left-leaning party after a hard-fought election in which he was dogged by scandals. "From coast to coast to coast tonight, Canadians rejected division and negativity. They rejected cuts and austerity and they voted in favour of a progressive agenda and strong action on climate change," Trudeau told cheering crowds of supporters delivering his victory speech at the party headquarters in Montreal in the early hours of Tuesday (October 22). Watch: Gravitas: Impact of Immigration on Canada's Politics in 2019 The Liberals had won or were leading in 156 out of 338 seats in Monday's (October 21) vote, according to Elections Canada. That put the Liberals far short of the 170 seats needed for a second straight majority government. Trudeau, who took power in 2015 as a charismatic figure promising "sunny ways," saw his popularity drop over old photos of him in blackface and his handling of a corporate corruption case. He will now have to rely on the New Democratic Party (NDP) to push through key legislation. Trudeau, 47, who has championed diversity as prime minister, was endorsed by former US President Barack Obama in the final stretch of the campaign and is viewed as one of the last remaining progressive leaders among the world's major democracies. But the son of the late Liberal Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau also had to overcome a sense of fatigue with his government. US President Donald Trump, whose relationship with Trudeau has been testy at times, congratulated him "on a wonderful and hard-fought victory" via Twitter.

Canada election: PM Justin Trudeau returns to power, says voters rejected negativity

United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday congratulated Canadian Prime Minister Justin <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-election-justin-trudeau-clings-to-power-but-loses-some-of-his-lustre-257402">Trudeau on winning</a> federal parliamentary elections, as preliminary results showed Trudeau's Liberal Party winning or leading in 155 districts out of 338. 
 
"Congratulations to @JustinTrudeau on a wonderful and hard fought victory. Canada is well served. I look forward to working with you toward the betterment of both of our countries!" Trump tweeted. 
 
The Liberal Party has the lead over the Conservative Party, which is winning or leading in 122 districts, but it still falls short of the required 170 districts, which would allow it to form a majority government. 
 
Bloc Quebecois, the party, which supports greater autonomy for the French-speaking province Quebec, showed the third best result, securing 32 districts. The party's leader, Yves-F. Blanchet, said earlier in the day that Bloc Quebecois could "collaborate with any government."

United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday congratulated Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on winning federal parliamentary elections, as preliminary results showed Trudeau's Liberal Party winning or leading in 155 districts out of 338.

United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday congratulated Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on winning federal parliamentary elections, as preliminary results showed Trudeau's Liberal Party winning or leading in 155 districts out of 338. "Congratulations to @JustinTrudeau on a wonderful and hard fought victory. Canada is well served. I look forward to working with you toward the betterment of both of our countries!" Trump tweeted. The Liberal Party has the lead over the Conservative Party, which is winning or leading in 122 districts, but it still falls short of the required 170 districts, which would allow it to form a majority government. Bloc Quebecois, the party, which supports greater autonomy for the French-speaking province Quebec, showed the third best result, securing 32 districts. The party's leader, Yves-F. Blanchet, said earlier in the day that Bloc Quebecois could "collaborate with any government."

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Canada Elects: 43rd general elections, counting underway in the parts of Canada

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau held on to his job in Monday's election, securing his spot as one of the world's few high-profile progressive leaders, but tarnished by scandal and with his power diminished.

The man former US President Barack Obama privately anointed as a successor in global diplomacy survived a blackface scandal and the disclosure that he sought to interfere with a federal corruption prosecution, but just barely.

Trudeau's Liberals, who won power four years ago with a strong parliamentary majority, were projected by the Canadian Broadcasting Corp to form a minority government after a tight election battle with the Conservative Party led by Andrew Scheer. That would leave Trudeau needing the support of smaller opposition parties to govern.

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"The hype was so great when he ran before, it would be hard to match that," said Jonathan Rose, a political science professor at Queen's University. "The burden of governing both wore him down and wore voters down."

Alternately charming and awkward, the former teacher and snowboard instructor swept to power in 2015 at the age of 43. Born on Christmas Day in 1971 to a sitting Canadian prime minister, Pierre Trudeau, the younger Trudeau grew up in the spotlight.

On taking over as prime minister, Trudeau said he would tackle climate change, overhaul the electoral system, legalize marijuana and have Canada take in 25,000 Syrian refugees. He proclaimed himself a feminist and unveiled a gender-balanced Cabinet. Mobbed for selfies, Trudeau brought style to an office that is usually dour, and broadcast much of it on social media.

But before long, key allies turned hard to the right - the UK voted to leave the European Union, and the United States elected Republican Donald Trump as president.

In time, Trudeau concentrated power in the prime minister's office and abandoned electoral reform. His government bought the troubled Trans Mountain oil pipeline, infuriating environmentalists, even as it moved to put a price on carbon, alienating the energy industry.

The run-up to the campaign was marked by high-profile Cabinet defections and a watchdog report that found Trudeau and his team tried to undermine a federal prosecutor's decision to put construction firm SNC-Lavalin Group Inc on trial for corruption.

Then, as the campaign began, a 2001 photograph emerged that showed Trudeau, then 29, at a party, his face covered in dark makeup. More photographs of him in blackface quickly followed as Trudeau apologised. The images, which briefly dented the Liberals' popularity, ran counter to a carefully managed public persona.

Trudeau also promised "reconciliation" with Canada's indigenous peoples, who make up about 5% of the country.

Ahead of Monday's election, the indigenous political group Assembly of First Nations (AFN) said there had been "concrete action and investments" but "we have considerable ground to make up to ensure First Nations and Canadians share an equal quality of life."

'VOICE TO BE NEEDED MORE'

On the eve of the election, the race looked close. Trudeau had a shot at a dispiriting honour: the first prime minister since 1935 to lose power in the next election after winning the first-term majority.

"It was inevitable that some of that shine was going to come off, and I think we've seen that," said Andrew MacDougall, who was a spokesman for former Prime Minister Stephen Harper, whose Conservative government was ousted by Trudeau's Liberals in 2015. "But he's not that far away from where he was when he was elected."

The friendship Trudeau forged with Obama in another era seems to endure. The two were spotted dining together in Ottawa earlier this year, and the former president tweeted his endorsement last Wednesday of Trudeau's re-election.

In a recent book, former Obama adviser Ben Rhodes described a 2016 meeting between the two leaders.

"Justin, your voice is going to be needed more," Obama said, according to Rhodes. "You're going to have to speak out when certain values are threatened."

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau held on to his job in Monday's election, securing his spot as one of the world's few high-profile progressive leaders, but tarnished by scandal and with his power diminished.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau held on to his job in Monday's election, securing his spot as one of the world's few high-profile progressive leaders, but tarnished by scandal and with his power diminished. The man former US President Barack Obama privately anointed as a successor in global diplomacy survived a blackface scandal and the disclosure that he sought to interfere with a federal corruption prosecution, but just barely. Trudeau's Liberals, who won power four years ago with a strong parliamentary majority, were projected by the Canadian Broadcasting Corp to form a minority government after a tight election battle with the Conservative Party led by Andrew Scheer. That would leave Trudeau needing the support of smaller opposition parties to govern. Watch: "The hype was so great when he ran before, it would be hard to match that," said Jonathan Rose, a political science professor at Queen's University. "The burden of governing both wore him down and wore voters down." Alternately charming and awkward, the former teacher and snowboard instructor swept to power in 2015 at the age of 43. Born on Christmas Day in 1971 to a sitting Canadian prime minister, Pierre Trudeau, the younger Trudeau grew up in the spotlight. On taking over as prime minister, Trudeau said he would tackle climate change, overhaul the electoral system, legalize marijuana and have Canada take in 25,000 Syrian refugees. He proclaimed himself a feminist and unveiled a gender-balanced Cabinet. Mobbed for selfies, Trudeau brought style to an office that is usually dour, and broadcast much of it on social media. But before long, key allies turned hard to the right - the UK voted to leave the European Union, and the United States elected Republican Donald Trump as president. In time, Trudeau concentrated power in the prime minister's office and abandoned electoral reform. His government bought the troubled Trans Mountain oil pipeline, infuriating environmentalists, even as it moved to put a price on carbon, alienating the energy industry. The run-up to the campaign was marked by high-profile Cabinet defections and a watchdog report that found Trudeau and his team tried to undermine a federal prosecutor's decision to put construction firm SNC-Lavalin Group Inc on trial for corruption. Then, as the campaign began, a 2001 photograph emerged that showed Trudeau, then 29, at a party, his face covered in dark makeup. More photographs of him in blackface quickly followed as Trudeau apologised. The images, which briefly dented the Liberals' popularity, ran counter to a carefully managed public persona. Trudeau also promised "reconciliation" with Canada's indigenous peoples, who make up about 5% of the country. Ahead of Monday's election, the indigenous political group Assembly of First Nations (AFN) said there had been "concrete action and investments" but "we have considerable ground to make up to ensure First Nations and Canadians share an equal quality of life." 'VOICE TO BE NEEDED MORE' On the eve of the election, the race looked close. Trudeau had a shot at a dispiriting honour: the first prime minister since 1935 to lose power in the next election after winning the first-term majority. "It was inevitable that some of that shine was going to come off, and I think we've seen that," said Andrew MacDougall, who was a spokesman for former Prime Minister Stephen Harper, whose Conservative government was ousted by Trudeau's Liberals in 2015. "But he's not that far away from where he was when he was elected." The friendship Trudeau forged with Obama in another era seems to endure. The two were spotted dining together in Ottawa earlier this year, and the former president tweeted his endorsement last Wednesday of Trudeau's re-election. In a recent book, former Obama adviser Ben Rhodes described a 2016 meeting between the two leaders. "Justin, your voice is going to be needed more," Obama said, according to Rhodes. "You're going to have to speak out when certain values are threatened."

Canada election: Justin Trudeau clings to power but loses some of his lustre

The 43rd general elections are underway in Canada. Canadian PM Justin Trudeau is battling for his second term. So, Will the prince charming win again. We spoke to some special people to know more about this election. Watch this video to know more in detail.

Trudeau vs Scheer: 43rd general elections underway in Canada

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will remain in power but with a minority government that will require the support of a smaller left-leaning party after a hard-fought election in which he was dogged by scandals. Trudeau's Liberal party were leading in 156 out of 338 seats in Monday's (October 21) vote, according to Elections Canada. The party still falls short of the required 170 seats needed for a second straight majority government.

Justin Trudeau set to begin second term as PM

Counting is still underway for the 338 seats in the Canadian Parliament. Watch this video to know more.

Canada election: Counting underway for 338 seats

The multiple attempts to woo members of the Indian community during Canada's elections are part of a larger pattern.

On WION Edit, we examine the role of the Indian diaspora in global politics.

Let's start with some numbers.

According to data from the United Nations, the Indian diaspora is the largest in the world, estimated at 17.5 million people.

And the bulk of the diaspora comprises second-generation immigrants.

They now play a crucial role in influencing the political and economic policies of their respective home countries.

The economic impact of their role is already showing. India is the highest recipient of remittances, the bulk of them coming from the Gulf countries.

Besides, they are a crucial vote bank in several countries like Canada and the United Kingdom. They already hold prominent political positions.

Previous Indian governments did not always harness the strength of the Indian diaspora.

But the current government has made it a priority to highlight the soft power of the Indian diaspora. Events like the recently held 'Howdy Modi' in Houston exemplify this conscious stance.

Let's look at the numbers. According to the United States Census, the Indian diaspora outpaces all other ethnic groups in terms of socio-economic status.

They account for over 6 per cent of physicians, are educated and have a high household income.

In fact, the Indian diaspora is often seen as a 'model minority' not just in the US, but in other parts of the world as well. They own several businesses in these countries. And their political representation is also ever-increasing.

A strong engagement between the government and Indian diaspora also helps in another way -- it forces foreign governments to look at the Indian diaspora as not just a vote bank, but a crucial part of the decision-making process.

And that, in turn, would lend strength to the government on crucial issues. In a complex geopolitical scenario, this will be handy for India.

But there is an important distinction to make.

As we saw in the Canada elections and as we often see in the United Kingdom, several parties pretend to appease exclusionary and extremist tendencies among sections of the diaspora to win votes.

These efforts could be harmful in the future.

The only way - the government can stay clear of this attempted intervention is by ensuring constructive engagement with the diaspora -- at a larger level.

India is going to be a major growth engine in this century. And the might of New Delhi can be enhanced if links are established with other countries at a micro-level.

That can only happen through the all-important Indian diaspora.

They are a vital cog in the wheel for India's engagement with the world. Put simply - the Indian diaspora is a force to contend with in several countries and that is 'Advantage India'. 
 
(Disclaimer: WION Edit is the channel's take on the big events of the world)

The multiple attempts to woo members of the Indian community during Canada's elections are part of a larger pattern. On WION Edit, we examine the role of the Indian diaspora in global politics.

The multiple attempts to woo members of the Indian community during Canada's elections are part of a larger pattern. On WION Edit, we examine the role of the Indian diaspora in global politics. Let's start with some numbers. According to data from the United Nations, the Indian diaspora is the largest in the world, estimated at 17.5 million people. And the bulk of the diaspora comprises second-generation immigrants. They now play a crucial role in influencing the political and economic policies of their respective home countries. The economic impact of their role is already showing. India is the highest recipient of remittances, the bulk of them coming from the Gulf countries. Besides, they are a crucial vote bank in several countries like Canada and the United Kingdom. They already hold prominent political positions. Previous Indian governments did not always harness the strength of the Indian diaspora. But the current government has made it a priority to highlight the soft power of the Indian diaspora. Events like the recently held 'Howdy Modi' in Houston exemplify this conscious stance. Let's look at the numbers. According to the United States Census, the Indian diaspora outpaces all other ethnic groups in terms of socio-economic status. They account for over 6 per cent of physicians, are educated and have a high household income. In fact, the Indian diaspora is often seen as a 'model minority' not just in the US, but in other parts of the world as well. They own several businesses in these countries. And their political representation is also ever-increasing. A strong engagement between the government and Indian diaspora also helps in another way -- it forces foreign governments to look at the Indian diaspora as not just a vote bank, but a crucial part of the decision-making process. And that, in turn, would lend strength to the government on crucial issues. In a complex geopolitical scenario, this will be handy for India. But there is an important distinction to make. As we saw in the Canada elections and as we often see in the United Kingdom, several parties pretend to appease exclusionary and extremist tendencies among sections of the diaspora to win votes. These efforts could be harmful in the future. The only way - the government can stay clear of this attempted intervention is by ensuring constructive engagement with the diaspora -- at a larger level. India is going to be a major growth engine in this century. And the might of New Delhi can be enhanced if links are established with other countries at a micro-level. That can only happen through the all-important Indian diaspora. They are a vital cog in the wheel for India's engagement with the world. Put simply - the Indian diaspora is a force to contend with in several countries and that is 'Advantage India'. (Disclaimer: WION Edit is the channel's take on the big events of the world)

WION Edit: Indian diaspora a vital cog in wheel for India's engagement with world

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