US President Donald Trump hit back at the Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who had said that the US-led global order was fading, saying that the northern neighbour of the United States was “not grateful” despite receiving several “freebies” from Washington, DC. Insisting that the country should show gratitude to the US, Trump pestered Carney from the stage at the World Economic Forum saying, “Canada lives because of the United States,” and adding, “Remember that, Mark, the next time you make your statements.”&nbsp;Trump argued that the acquisition of Greenland by the US would benefit Canada, which he said “gets a lot of freebies.” Trump also expressed his interest in using Greenland to build a Golden Dome that would provide missile defence for the region, and would benefit Canada as well.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-europe-prefers-dialogue-and-solutions-but-fully-prepared-to-act-if-necessary-says-von-der-leyen-at-davos-2026-1768995043904">‘Europe prefers dialogue and solutions, but fully prepared to act if necessary,’ says Von der Leyen at Davos 2026</a><h2>‘Current global state a rupture, not a transition’: Carney&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;In his speech at Davos on Tuesday, Carney described the current global state as a “rupture, not a transition”, arguing that the “pleasant fiction” of a stable world order has been replaced by a “brutal reality” of great power rivalry and economic coercion.Carney's speech created waves as he called on “middle powers” to “act together,” saying there was a “rupture in the current diplomatic phase.”“Great powers can afford to go it alone. They have the market size, the military capacity, the leverage to dictate terms. Middle powers do not. But when we only negotiate bilaterally with a hegemon, we negotiate from weakness. We accept what is offered,” he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-globalisation-failed-the-west-and-us-says-us-commerce-secretary-howard-lutnick-at-davos-2026-1768990421968">‘Globalisation failed the West and US’: says US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick at Davos 2026</a><h2>‘If you are not at the table, you are on the menu’</h2>&nbsp;Carney cautioned middle powers, saying, “If you are not at the table, you are on the menu.”&nbsp;Carney described this era as one of transactional geopolitics and called for a reassessment of alliances and strategies.He stressed the importance of ensuring that smaller and mid-sized nations are active participants in shaping outcomes and suggested that traditional multilateralism may now put their interests at risk.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-restarts-world-s-largest-nuclear-plant-15-years-after-shutting-down-all-reactors-1769006962093">Japan restarts world’s largest nuclear plant, 15 years after shutting down all reactors</a>&nbsp;Carney called for defending sovereign integrity, arguing that middle powers should stop participating in “the lie of mutual benefit”, and suggested that traditional multilateralism may now put their interests at risk.Carney said countries should create a “dense web of connections” to protect them from being subordinated to “hegemonic interests” and avoid marginalisation in a fragmented system.

Donald Trump argued that the acquisition of Greenland by the US would benefit Canada, which he said “gets a lot of freebies.” Trump also expressed his interest in using Greenland to build a Golden Dome that would provide missile defence for the region, and would benefit Canada as well.

US President Donald Trump hit back at the Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who had said that the US-led global order was fading, saying that the northern neighbour of the United States was “not grateful” despite receiving several “freebies” from Washington, DC. Insisting that the country should show gratitude to the US, Trump pestered Carney from the stage at the World Economic Forum saying, “Canada lives because of the United States,” and adding, “Remember that, Mark, the next time you make your statements.” Trump argued that the acquisition of Greenland by the US would benefit Canada, which he said “gets a lot of freebies.” Trump also expressed his interest in using Greenland to build a Golden Dome that would provide missile defence for the region, and would benefit Canada as well. Also Read: ‘Europe prefers dialogue and solutions, but fully prepared to act if necessary,’ says Von der Leyen at Davos 2026 ‘Current global state a rupture, not a transition’: Carney In his speech at Davos on Tuesday, Carney described the current global state as a “rupture, not a transition”, arguing that the “pleasant fiction” of a stable world order has been replaced by a “brutal reality” of great power rivalry and economic coercion. Carney's speech created waves as he called on “middle powers” to “act together,” saying there was a “rupture in the current diplomatic phase.” “Great powers can afford to go it alone. They have the market size, the military capacity, the leverage to dictate terms. Middle powers do not. But when we only negotiate bilaterally with a hegemon, we negotiate from weakness. We accept what is offered,” he said. Also Read: ‘Globalisation failed the West and US’: says US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick at Davos 2026 ‘If you are not at the table, you are on the menu’ Carney cautioned middle powers, saying, “If you are not at the table, you are on the menu.” Carney described this era as one of transactional geopolitics and called for a reassessment of alliances and strategies. He stressed the importance of ensuring that smaller and mid-sized nations are active participants in shaping outcomes and suggested that traditional multilateralism may now put their interests at risk. Also Read: Japan restarts world’s largest nuclear plant, 15 years after shutting down all reactors Carney called for defending sovereign integrity, arguing that middle powers should stop participating in “the lie of mutual benefit”, and suggested that traditional multilateralism may now put their interests at risk. Carney said countries should create a “dense web of connections” to protect them from being subordinated to “hegemonic interests” and avoid marginalisation in a fragmented system.

Donald Trump argued that the acquisition of Greenland by the US would benefit Canada, which he said “gets a lot of freebies.” Trump also expressed his interest in using Greenland to build a Golden Dome that would provide missile defence for the region, and would benefit Canada as well.

‘Canada should be grateful to US,’ Trump castigates Carney after his fiery speech

The Canadian military has developed a model response to a US invasion, the Globe and Mail reported Tuesday, as President Donald Trump again muses online about a takeover of Canada.

Report: Canada Develops A Model Response To A US Invasion

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday, January 20, said that the old World Order is in the “midst of a rupture”, his candid admission echoes the voices of the Chinese and Russian leaders who have been urging for multipolarity since the turn of the decade. He emphasised that the international rule-based order was “partially false”.&nbsp;“We knew the story of the international rules-based world order was partially false, that the strongest would exempt themselves when convenient, that trade rules were enforced asymmetrically,” said Carney.The sentiment had been echoed by key Development theorists like Raul Prebisch and Andre Gunder Frank of the Dependency Paradigm. They said that underdevelopment is not because of a lack of integration into the world order, but because of colonial exploitation and unfair integration via neo-colonial terms of trade.&nbsp;"Let me be direct, we are in the midst of a rupture, not a transition," said Carney. "Over the past two decades, a series of crises in finance, health, energy, and geopolitics have laid bare risks of extreme global integration." "But more recently, great powers have begun using economic integration as weapons," he said, clearly referring to Trump. "Tariffs as leverage. Financial infrastructures as coercion. Supply chains as vulnerabilities to be exploited. You cannot live within the lie of mutual benefit through integration when integration becomes the source of your subordination."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-1-4-billion-wealth-2025-1768972672864">Trump increased his wealth by $1.4 bn since reclaiming presidency</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">This speech *is* one for the history books. But that’s less a compliment, than a coda. Carney has given us the words to mark the end of the ‘rules-based order’…by acknowledging it never really existed. It was a collective illusion. That now is over. <a href="https://t.co/H4gWysDBmH">pic.twitter.com/H4gWysDBmH</a>&mdash; Carole Cadwalladr (@carolecadwalla) <a href="https://twitter.com/carolecadwalla/status/2013755437636612260?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Trump and Carney playing "Good Cop and Bad Cop"?</h2>However, a section of Chinese analysts believes that Donald Trump and Mark Carney are playing "Good Cop and Bad Cop" with China and its stake in multipolarity. Trump threatens to make Canada the 51st state, Carney pivots towards China and the Gulf to get $1T investment in return for the toxic assets in Canada, thus opening up the Chinese market at the same time pretend to stand up to US hegemony. &nbsp;All the assets in the US and Canada are unsustainably overvalued, and they require a constant flow of capital to sustain their value. So Mark Carney, since October, has visited the UAE, Qatar, and China, among many other foreign trips, securing investment for the inflated assets in Canada. This had been supported by the Trump administration despite his overt admission of the changing world order. Carney had a background at Goldman Sachs and led the UK in Brexit; he had been praised by Trump ever since his election.&nbsp;

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says the international rules-based order is “partially false” and in rupture, echoing long-standing Chinese and Russian calls for multipolarity amid trade and tariff wars.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday, January 20, said that the old World Order is in the “midst of a rupture”, his candid admission echoes the voices of the Chinese and Russian leaders who have been urging for multipolarity since the turn of the decade. He emphasised that the international rule-based order was “partially false”. “We knew the story of the international rules-based world order was partially false, that the strongest would exempt themselves when convenient, that trade rules were enforced asymmetrically,” said Carney. The sentiment had been echoed by key Development theorists like Raul Prebisch and Andre Gunder Frank of the Dependency Paradigm. They said that underdevelopment is not because of a lack of integration into the world order, but because of colonial exploitation and unfair integration via neo-colonial terms of trade. "Let me be direct, we are in the midst of a rupture, not a transition," said Carney. "Over the past two decades, a series of crises in finance, health, energy, and geopolitics have laid bare risks of extreme global integration." "But more recently, great powers have begun using economic integration as weapons," he said, clearly referring to Trump. "Tariffs as leverage. Financial infrastructures as coercion. Supply chains as vulnerabilities to be exploited. You cannot live within the lie of mutual benefit through integration when integration becomes the source of your subordination." Also Read: Trump increased his wealth by $1.4 bn since reclaiming presidency

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says the international rules-based order is “partially false” and in rupture, echoing long-standing Chinese and Russian calls for multipolarity amid trade and tariff wars.

Carney says 'we are in the midst of a rupture not transition' at WEF

Amid rising tension between Untied States and its allies in the Western hemisphere over President Trump's goal to take Greenland under America's control, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday (Jan 21) said that his country resolutely stands with Greenland and Denmark.&nbsp;"Canada stands firmly with Greenland and Denmark and fully supports their unique right to determine Greenland's future," Carney said, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.&nbsp;Canada was among the first countries to hear the “wake-up call” that a fundamental shift was underway, the prime minister said. He noted that Canada had benefited from an era of American hegemony, but must now pivot as major powers increasingly use economic strength as leverage. Calling for cooperation, he urged middle powers such as Canada to work together to defend a rules-based international order. “Middle powers must act together—because if we’re not at the table, we’re on the menu,” Carney said.&nbsp;Earlier in the day, Emmanuel Macron, speaking at Davos, said France prefers respect over bullying or intimidation, hinting at Donald Trump's tariff threat.&nbsp;The relations between the United States and the European Union sharply deteriorated after Trump restated his desire to acquire Greenland, saying, "Greenland is imperative for National and World Security. There can be no going back -- On that."&nbsp;The ongoing tensions stem from Trump's announcement of imoposition of 10 percent tariffs effective February 1 against Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland for opposing his plans to acquire Greenland adding that "On June 1st, 2026, the Tariff will be increased to 25%. This Tariff will be due and payable until such time as a Deal is reached for the Complete and Total purchase of Greenland".&nbsp;Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-a-major-escalation-european-union-stalls-us-trade-deal-after-trump-threatens-tariffs-over-greenland-1768924683804"> In major escalation, European Union stalls US trade deal after Trump threatens tariffs over Greenland</a><h2>Trump shares AI-edited map of the US, including Greenland and Canada</h2>Earlier in the day, Trump shared an AI-edited image that shows him sitting alongside a map of the US that includes Greenland, Canada and Venezuela as he speaks with European leaders.&nbsp;The picture, which Trump posted on Truth Social, appears to be an edited version of a photograph taken when leaders—including French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen—went to Washington, DC, in August 2025.&nbsp;This is not the first time Trump has made such claims. After returning to power last year, he openly suggested that Canada should become the 51st state of the United States. The Canadian government firmly rejected the proposal, which later fuelled a sharp trade dispute between the two neighbouring countries.<h2>EU stalls US trade deal</h2>Earlier today, European Union lawmakers decided to hold off ratifying a trade deal finalised between the European bloc and the United States as part of counter mesures aginst President Trump's tariff threats over Greenland, the group's main political body confirmed. The European Parliament was planned to hold a vote in the coming week on removing tariffs on US exports as part of the agreement.

Earlier in the day, Trump shared an AI-edited image that shows him sitting alongside a map of the US that includes Greenland, Canada and Venezuela as he speaks with European leaders.

Amid rising tension between Untied States and its allies in the Western hemisphere over President Trump's goal to take Greenland under America's control, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday (Jan 21) said that his country resolutely stands with Greenland and Denmark. "Canada stands firmly with Greenland and Denmark and fully supports their unique right to determine Greenland's future," Carney said, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Canada was among the first countries to hear the “wake-up call” that a fundamental shift was underway, the prime minister said. He noted that Canada had benefited from an era of American hegemony, but must now pivot as major powers increasingly use economic strength as leverage. Calling for cooperation, he urged middle powers such as Canada to work together to defend a rules-based international order. “Middle powers must act together—because if we’re not at the table, we’re on the menu,” Carney said. Earlier in the day, Emmanuel Macron, speaking at Davos, said France prefers respect over bullying or intimidation, hinting at Donald Trump's tariff threat. The relations between the United States and the European Union sharply deteriorated after Trump restated his desire to acquire Greenland, saying, "Greenland is imperative for National and World Security. There can be no going back -- On that." The ongoing tensions stem from Trump's announcement of imoposition of 10 percent tariffs effective February 1 against Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland for opposing his plans to acquire Greenland adding that "On June 1st, 2026, the Tariff will be increased to 25%. This Tariff will be due and payable until such time as a Deal is reached for the Complete and Total purchase of Greenland". Also Read: In major escalation, European Union stalls US trade deal after Trump threatens tariffs over Greenland Trump shares AI-edited map of the US, including Greenland and Canada Earlier in the day, Trump shared an AI-edited image that shows him sitting alongside a map of the US that includes Greenland, Canada and Venezuela as he speaks with European leaders. The picture, which Trump posted on Truth Social, appears to be an edited version of a photograph taken when leaders—including French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen—went to Washington, DC, in August 2025. This is not the first time Trump has made such claims. After returning to power last year, he openly suggested that Canada should become the 51st state of the United States. The Canadian government firmly rejected the proposal, which later fuelled a sharp trade dispute between the two neighbouring countries. EU stalls US trade deal Earlier today, European Union lawmakers decided to hold off ratifying a trade deal finalised between the European bloc and the United States as part of counter mesures aginst President Trump's tariff threats over Greenland, the group's main political body confirmed. The European Parliament was planned to hold a vote in the coming week on removing tariffs on US exports as part of the agreement.

Earlier in the day, Trump shared an AI-edited image that shows him sitting alongside a map of the US that includes Greenland, Canada and Venezuela as he speaks with European leaders.

Davos 2026: 'Stands firmly' with Greenland, Denmark: Mark Carney after Trump shares AI image of US flag over Canada

Canada and China are forging a new strategic partnership that promises "historic" gains by leveraging on each other's strengths, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Friday.


 Carney Says Canada, China Set for 'Historic' Gains from Partnership

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese President Xi Jinping have begun vital talks in Beijing. The Friday (Jan 16) meeting is the first between the two countries' leaders after eight years and has been lauded by both sides as a "turning point" in the traditionally strained relations. The vital talks follow US President Donald Trump's aggressive tariffs on Canadian products, due to which Carney has sought to reduce his country's economic reliance on its main market, the United States. While the US and Canada have been in talks to lower tariffs, an agreement has yet to be reached. Carney, on Thursday, also met with Premier Li Qiang and is scheduled to hold talks with business leaders to discuss trade.<h2>Historic gains</h2>During the bilateral meeting, Carney, as per reports, told Jinping that Canada and China were forging a new strategic partnership that stands to yield "historic" gains by leveraging the strengths of each.&nbsp;(Further details awaited)

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks in Beijing on Friday (Jan 16), marking the first leaders’ meeting between Canada and China in eight years.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese President Xi Jinping have begun vital talks in Beijing. The Friday (Jan 16) meeting is the first between the two countries' leaders after eight years and has been lauded by both sides as a "turning point" in the traditionally strained relations. The vital talks follow US President Donald Trump's aggressive tariffs on Canadian products, due to which Carney has sought to reduce his country's economic reliance on its main market, the United States. While the US and Canada have been in talks to lower tariffs, an agreement has yet to be reached. Carney, on Thursday, also met with Premier Li Qiang and is scheduled to hold talks with business leaders to discuss trade. Historic gains During the bilateral meeting, Carney, as per reports, told Jinping that Canada and China were forging a new strategic partnership that stands to yield "historic" gains by leveraging the strengths of each. (Further details awaited)

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks in Beijing on Friday (Jan 16), marking the first leaders’ meeting between Canada and China in eight years.

‘Turning point’: Canada's Mark Carney meets Xi Jinping for top level talks in Beijing after eight-year freeze

Mark Carney will visit Beijing next week, marking the first trip by a Canadian prime minister to China in nearly a decade.


Canada-China Ties: PM Carney Seeks New Markets, Better Relations 

Canadian Prime Minister said the world can make progress on a range of issues without the US. He said the consensus reached at the Group of 20 leaders' meeting in Johannesburg carries weight despite a boycott by President Donald Trump's administration.


Carney: World can make progress on range of issues without the US

Canadian PM Mark Carney said the world can make progress on a range of issues without the US, and that consensus reached at a Group of 20 leaders' meeting in Johannesburg this weekend carries weight despite a boycott by President Donald Trump's administration.


G20 summit: Carney says world can move on without the US, stresses new ties 

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Saturday revealed that he apologised to US President Donald Trump over an anti-tariff ad featuring former US president Ronald Reagan. Days after Trump announced that he would be hiking tariffs on Canadian goods by an additional 10 per cent and suspended trade talks with the nation, Carney, while talking to the press in the South Korean city of Gyeongju said that "I did apologise to the president. The President was offended." He also said that the US-Canada talks would restart whenever Washington was "ready".&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/judges-order-trump-to-keep-food-aid-running-amid-shutdown-don-t-want-americans-to-go-hungry-1761963474050">Trump says 'do NOT want Americans to go hungry’ as judges order him to keep food aid running amid shutdown</a><h2>Why did Trump stop US-Canada trade talks?</h2>The trade relationship between the United States and Canada took an unexpected turn last month, after a decades-old speech by former US president Ronald Reagan triggered a diplomatic storm. It began when Ontario Premier Doug Ford ran an ad in US markets featuring Reagan’s 1987 remarks denouncing tariffs. The video, meant to celebrate cross-border unity, quickly caught Donald Trump’s attention — and his fury. Within hours, Trump announced that all US trade talks with Canada were “terminated.”Soon after, speaking on X, Ford sought to strike a conciliatory tone. "Canada and the United States are friends, neighbours, and allies. President Ronald Reagan knew that we are stronger together," he wrote. But the backlash from Washington grew so intense that Ford later said, after consulting Prime Minister Mark Carney, he would pull the ad campaign by Monday.Ford's office, however, countered that the ad used "an unedited excerpt from one of Reagan’s public addresses, which is available through public domain", and posted a longer version online for transparency.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-to-continue-airing-controversial-ronald-reagan-ad-ontario-premier-said-this-after-trump-suspended-trade-talks-1761360065985">Canada to continue airing controversial Ronald Reagan ad? Ontario Premier said THIS after Trump suspended trade talks</a><h2>What was the ad about?</h2>The one-minute ad featured Reagan saying that "trade barriers hurt every American worker." But Trump accused Canada of running a "fake" and "fraudulent" video, and without offering any evidence to back the claim, declared all trade negotiations suspended. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio added fuel, claiming the clip took Reagan’s words "out of context." The Reagan Foundation joined the criticism, saying Ontario used Reagan’s remarks without permission and "misrepresents" his intent.

Canadian PM Mark Carney said he apologised to Donald Trump over an Ontario ad that used Ronald Reagan’s 1987 anti-tariff speech, which angered Trump and led him to suspend US-Canada trade talks. 

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Saturday revealed that he apologised to US President Donald Trump over an anti-tariff ad featuring former US president Ronald Reagan. Days after Trump announced that he would be hiking tariffs on Canadian goods by an additional 10 per cent and suspended trade talks with the nation, Carney, while talking to the press in the South Korean city of Gyeongju said that "I did apologise to the president. The President was offended." He also said that the US-Canada talks would restart whenever Washington was "ready". Also read | Trump says 'do NOT want Americans to go hungry’ as judges order him to keep food aid running amid shutdown Why did Trump stop US-Canada trade talks? The trade relationship between the United States and Canada took an unexpected turn last month, after a decades-old speech by former US president Ronald Reagan triggered a diplomatic storm. It began when Ontario Premier Doug Ford ran an ad in US markets featuring Reagan’s 1987 remarks denouncing tariffs. The video, meant to celebrate cross-border unity, quickly caught Donald Trump’s attention — and his fury. Within hours, Trump announced that all US trade talks with Canada were “terminated.” Soon after, speaking on X, Ford sought to strike a conciliatory tone. "Canada and the United States are friends, neighbours, and allies. President Ronald Reagan knew that we are stronger together," he wrote. But the backlash from Washington grew so intense that Ford later said, after consulting Prime Minister Mark Carney, he would pull the ad campaign by Monday. Ford's office, however, countered that the ad used "an unedited excerpt from one of Reagan’s public addresses, which is available through public domain", and posted a longer version online for transparency. Also read | Canada to continue airing controversial Ronald Reagan ad? Ontario Premier said THIS after Trump suspended trade talks What was the ad about? The one-minute ad featured Reagan saying that "trade barriers hurt every American worker." But Trump accused Canada of running a "fake" and "fraudulent" video, and without offering any evidence to back the claim, declared all trade negotiations suspended. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio added fuel, claiming the clip took Reagan’s words "out of context." The Reagan Foundation joined the criticism, saying Ontario used Reagan’s remarks without permission and "misrepresents" his intent.

Canadian PM Mark Carney said he apologised to Donald Trump over an Ontario ad that used Ronald Reagan’s 1987 anti-tariff speech, which angered Trump and led him to suspend US-Canada trade talks.&nbsp;

Canada PM Mark Carney reveals he apologised to Trump after Reagan ad derails trade talks

Mark Carney begins his first trip to Asia as Canadian prime minister at the weekend, hoping the region can help him cut his country’s economic dependence on the US by doubling its trade with the rest of the world.

Carney Begins First Asia Visit, Seeks To Ease Dependence on US Amid Growing Rifts

President Donald Trump strongly backed his decision to impose tariffs on nations trading with the US, and when asked by reporters if he felt a US-Canada trade deal was achievable after stalled negotiations, he said, “I’m a tariff person. I’ve always been a tariff person.”&nbsp;Trump was replying to questions at a presser after meeting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, on Monday, when he said, “I’m a tariff person. I've always been a tariff person. I think Mark has a more complex idea, but also very good. We’re going to take a look at both.”&nbsp;Their meeting came after weeks of calls and text messages between the two leaders trying to resolve the ongoing trade war triggered by Trump’s tariffs.&nbsp;Trump’s visit to Canada for the G7 Summit is his first since his re-election as president and repeatedly saying that he believes Canada should become the “51st state”. His remarks angered Canadians, many of whom boycotted American products and travel.&nbsp;Earlier, PM Mark Carney met Trump and wished the US president a happy birthday and congratulated him on the 250th anniversary of the US Army.&nbsp;Responding to another question from reporters about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deportations, Trump claimed that major cities like Chicago are “overrun with criminals” and added that ICE raids on cities like New York and Los Angeles are a “major focus”.&nbsp;Trump had stormed out of the last G7 summit in 2018, also hosted by Canada, shortly after he slapped steel and aluminium tariffs on Canada, Mexico and Europe..The summit in Charlevoix ended in acrimony and disarray and is mostly remembered for a photo that captured the then German Chancellor Angela Merkel confronting a defiant Trump as other world leaders and US aides looked on.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Trump’s visit to Canada for the G7 Summit is his first since his re-election as president and repeatedly saying that he believes Canada should become the “51st state”. His remarks angered Canadians, many of whom boycotted American products and travel.

President Donald Trump strongly backed his decision to impose tariffs on nations trading with the US, and when asked by reporters if he felt a US-Canada trade deal was achievable after stalled negotiations, he said, “I’m a tariff person. I’ve always been a tariff person.” Trump was replying to questions at a presser after meeting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, on Monday, when he said, “I’m a tariff person. I've always been a tariff person. I think Mark has a more complex idea, but also very good. We’re going to take a look at both.” Their meeting came after weeks of calls and text messages between the two leaders trying to resolve the ongoing trade war triggered by Trump’s tariffs. Trump’s visit to Canada for the G7 Summit is his first since his re-election as president and repeatedly saying that he believes Canada should become the “51st state”. His remarks angered Canadians, many of whom boycotted American products and travel. Earlier, PM Mark Carney met Trump and wished the US president a happy birthday and congratulated him on the 250th anniversary of the US Army. Responding to another question from reporters about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deportations, Trump claimed that major cities like Chicago are “overrun with criminals” and added that ICE raids on cities like New York and Los Angeles are a “major focus”. Trump had stormed out of the last G7 summit in 2018, also hosted by Canada, shortly after he slapped steel and aluminium tariffs on Canada, Mexico and Europe.. The summit in Charlevoix ended in acrimony and disarray and is mostly remembered for a photo that captured the then German Chancellor Angela Merkel confronting a defiant Trump as other world leaders and US aides looked on.

Trump’s visit to Canada for the G7 Summit is his first since his re-election as president and repeatedly saying that he believes Canada should become the “51st state”. His remarks angered Canadians, many of whom boycotted American products and travel.

‘I’ve always been a tariff person,’ Trump says at G7 Summit press meet with Canadian PM

Canada will reach NATO's defence spending target of two per cent this year, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Monday, arguing the country had to revitalise its military "to defend every inch of our sovereign territory."&nbsp;Carney's speech at the University of Toronto included stark warnings about the global security order being shaken by US President Donald Trump.&nbsp;But it extended beyond his concern over future US relations. The prime minister warned Canada has not done enough to prepare itself for evolving threats from China, Russia, cyberattacks and the advancing national security implications of climate change.&nbsp;"The long-held view that Canada's geographic location will protect us is becoming increasingly archaic," Carney said.&nbsp;With threats facing the country multiplying, the prime minister said Canada "will achieve NATO's two per cent target this year -- half a decade ahead of schedule."&nbsp;"We are too reliant on the United States," he added.&nbsp;Trump has repeatedly pressured NATO members to increase defence spending, arguing the United States was paying more than its fair share for collective security.&nbsp;In April, the alliance announced that 22 of its 32 members hit the two per cent spending target.&nbsp;But Trump has pushed NATO members to spend even more and warned the United States could refuse to protect countries that don't commit what he considers enough resources to defence.&nbsp;Carney said Canada had become used to a post-war order with the United States as "the global hegemon," and Canada's "closest ally and dominant trading partner."&nbsp;"Now the United States is beginning to monetise its hegemony: charging for access to its markets and reducing its contributions to our collective security," he said, condemning Trump's trade war.&nbsp;Carney said Canada would pursue new security relationships with "like-minded partners," with a specific focus on Europe.&nbsp;"We are actively seeking to strengthen transatlantic security," he said, indicating a Canada-EU summit this month will be "will be more important than ever."&nbsp;<h2>'Vulnerable' Arctic</h2> Since taking office in mid-March, Carney has emphasised the changing security landscape in Canada's Arctic, where receding ice caused by climate change is opening the region's vast natural resources to fierce competition.&nbsp;Carney has previously announced plans to substantially expand Canada's military presence in the region, and on Monday he said the "Arctic is becoming more accessible and vulnerable to commercial and military activities."&nbsp;Russia and China are seen as two major rivals who could present increasing Arctic security challenges in the years ahead.&nbsp;Carney framed Monday's military spending announcement as a move designed "to protect Canadians, not to satisfy NATO accountants."&nbsp;He noted the country's military infrastructure was ageing, with only one of four submarines deemed seaworthy, and less than half of the maritime fleet and land vehicles operational.

Carney's speech at the University of Toronto included stark warnings about the global security order being shaken by US President Donald Trump.

Canada will reach NATO's defence spending target of two per cent this year, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Monday, arguing the country had to revitalise its military "to defend every inch of our sovereign territory." Carney's speech at the University of Toronto included stark warnings about the global security order being shaken by US President Donald Trump. But it extended beyond his concern over future US relations. The prime minister warned Canada has not done enough to prepare itself for evolving threats from China, Russia, cyberattacks and the advancing national security implications of climate change. "The long-held view that Canada's geographic location will protect us is becoming increasingly archaic," Carney said. With threats facing the country multiplying, the prime minister said Canada "will achieve NATO's two per cent target this year -- half a decade ahead of schedule." "We are too reliant on the United States," he added. Trump has repeatedly pressured NATO members to increase defence spending, arguing the United States was paying more than its fair share for collective security. In April, the alliance announced that 22 of its 32 members hit the two per cent spending target. But Trump has pushed NATO members to spend even more and warned the United States could refuse to protect countries that don't commit what he considers enough resources to defence. Carney said Canada had become used to a post-war order with the United States as "the global hegemon," and Canada's "closest ally and dominant trading partner." "Now the United States is beginning to monetise its hegemony: charging for access to its markets and reducing its contributions to our collective security," he said, condemning Trump's trade war. Carney said Canada would pursue new security relationships with "like-minded partners," with a specific focus on Europe. "We are actively seeking to strengthen transatlantic security," he said, indicating a Canada-EU summit this month will be "will be more important than ever." 'Vulnerable' Arctic Since taking office in mid-March, Carney has emphasised the changing security landscape in Canada's Arctic, where receding ice caused by climate change is opening the region's vast natural resources to fierce competition. Carney has previously announced plans to substantially expand Canada's military presence in the region, and on Monday he said the "Arctic is becoming more accessible and vulnerable to commercial and military activities." Russia and China are seen as two major rivals who could present increasing Arctic security challenges in the years ahead. Carney framed Monday's military spending announcement as a move designed "to protect Canadians, not to satisfy NATO accountants." He noted the country's military infrastructure was ageing, with only one of four submarines deemed seaworthy, and less than half of the maritime fleet and land vehicles operational.

Carney's speech at the University of Toronto included stark warnings about the global security order being shaken by US President Donald Trump.

Canada to reach 2% defence NATO spending target this year, says Prime Minister Carney

In a bold move, Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney defends inviting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the G7 summit, saying that India, the fifth-largest economy in the world, “should be” at the G7 table. The 51st G7 summit will be held from June 15 &nbsp;to June 17 in Alberta, Canada.In a press briefing, PM Carney was asked about his choice to invite India despite the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) reporting that the Modi Government was orchestrating a campaign of violence and intimidation in Canada, including murder. In his response, Carney said, “India is the fifth largest economy in the world, effectively the most populous in the world, central to a number of supply chains, so it makes sense. And in addition, bilaterally, we have now agreed importantly to continued law enforcement dialogue, so there's been some progress… I extended the invitation to Prime Minister Modi in that context, and he has accepted".Notably, the diplomatic relationship between India and Canada deteriorated following the alleged assassination of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Vancouver by India. Hardeep was branded as a terrorist in India.&nbsp;However, India denied all such allegations. Tension further escalated when both nations expelled diplomats from each other in October 2024.There had been a sustained effort between the two nations to mend the diplomatic relations, especially following the resignation of Justin Trudeau in March. PM Carney and his Liberal Party were voted into power as they won narrowly in the election on May 23, 2025. On May 26, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar congratulated the Foreign Minister of Canada, Anita Anand, congratulated him and discussed the ‘prospects of India-Canada ties’.Prime Minister Modi on Friday announced that he received an invitation to attend the G7 summit in Canada. “Glad to receive a call from Prime Minister Mark J Carney of Canada. Congratulated him on his recent election victory and thanked him for the invitation to the G7 Summit in Kananaskis later this month. As vibrant democracies bound by deep people-to-people ties, India and Canada will work together with renewed vigour, guided by mutual respect and shared interests. Look forward to our meeting at the Summit,” read a post from Prime Minister Modi.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Canadian PM Mark Carney defends inviting India's Narendra Modi to the G7 Summit despite RCMP accusations of violence and murder. Here's why he says India "should be" at the table.

In a bold move, Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney defends inviting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the G7 summit, saying that India, the fifth-largest economy in the world, “should be” at the G7 table. The 51st G7 summit will be held from June 15 to June 17 in Alberta, Canada. In a press briefing, PM Carney was asked about his choice to invite India despite the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) reporting that the Modi Government was orchestrating a campaign of violence and intimidation in Canada, including murder. In his response, Carney said, “India is the fifth largest economy in the world, effectively the most populous in the world, central to a number of supply chains, so it makes sense. And in addition, bilaterally, we have now agreed importantly to continued law enforcement dialogue, so there's been some progress… I extended the invitation to Prime Minister Modi in that context, and he has accepted". Notably, the diplomatic relationship between India and Canada deteriorated following the alleged assassination of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Vancouver by India. Hardeep was branded as a terrorist in India. However, India denied all such allegations. Tension further escalated when both nations expelled diplomats from each other in October 2024. There had been a sustained effort between the two nations to mend the diplomatic relations, especially following the resignation of Justin Trudeau in March. PM Carney and his Liberal Party were voted into power as they won narrowly in the election on May 23, 2025. On May 26, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar congratulated the Foreign Minister of Canada, Anita Anand, congratulated him and discussed the ‘prospects of India-Canada ties’. Prime Minister Modi on Friday announced that he received an invitation to attend the G7 summit in Canada. “Glad to receive a call from Prime Minister Mark J Carney of Canada. Congratulated him on his recent election victory and thanked him for the invitation to the G7 Summit in Kananaskis later this month. As vibrant democracies bound by deep people-to-people ties, India and Canada will work together with renewed vigour, guided by mutual respect and shared interests. Look forward to our meeting at the Summit,” read a post from Prime Minister Modi.

Canadian PM Mark Carney defends inviting India's Narendra Modi to the G7 Summit despite RCMP accusations of violence and murder. Here's why he says India "should be" at the table.

'5th largest economy, most populous in world': Canadian PM defends G7 invite to India - Here's what he said

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, scheduled for later this month. He thanked Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney for the invitation.The Canadian prime minister called PM Modi on Friday (June 6), to extend an invitation to the Indian prime minister."Glad to receive a call from Prime Minister&nbsp; @MarkJCarney of Canada. Congratulated him on his recent election victory and thanked him for the invitation to the G7 Summit in Kananaskis later this month," PM Modi said in a post on X.PM Modi further said that India and Canada will work together with renewed vigour."As vibrant democracies bound by deep people-to-people ties, India and Canada will work together with renewed vigour, guided by mutual respect and shared interests. Look forward to our meeting at the Summit," he added.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Glad to receive a call from Prime Minister <a href="https://twitter.com/MarkJCarney?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MarkJCarney</a> of Canada. Congratulated him on his recent election victory and thanked him for the invitation to the G7 Summit in Kananaskis later this month. As vibrant democracies bound by deep people-to-people ties, India and Canada…&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1930972984782844146?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 6, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Ties between India and Canada deteriorated during former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s time in office over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada.Recently, India’s foreign minister, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, spoke to his Canadian counterpart, Anita Anand, taking the first step to mend the strained bilateral relations between the two countries.Jaishankar said he “discussed the prospects of India-Canada ties” with Canada’s newly appointed Foreign Minister Anita Anand and “wished her a very successful tenure”.G7 SummitCanadian Prime Minister is set to host this year's G7 Summit in the resort of Kananaskis in Alberta on June 15-17.It will mark the second time, the town will host a global gathering, as first happened in 2002.However, this summit is significant as it coincides with the 50th anniversary of the G7.G7 is a group comprising the world's most advanced economies, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the US. The European Union also participates in the discussions and meetings.

The Canadian prime minister called PM Modi on Friday (June 6), to extend an invitation to the Indian prime minister.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, scheduled for later this month. He thanked Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney for the invitation. The Canadian prime minister called PM Modi on Friday (June 6), to extend an invitation to the Indian prime minister. "Glad to receive a call from Prime Minister @MarkJCarney of Canada. Congratulated him on his recent election victory and thanked him for the invitation to the G7 Summit in Kananaskis later this month," PM Modi said in a post on X. PM Modi further said that India and Canada will work together with renewed vigour. "As vibrant democracies bound by deep people-to-people ties, India and Canada will work together with renewed vigour, guided by mutual respect and shared interests. Look forward to our meeting at the Summit," he added.

The Canadian prime minister called PM Modi on Friday (June 6), to extend an invitation to the Indian prime minister.

PM Modi gets G7 invite as Canadian PM Mark Carney dials him - Will it help reset India-Canada ties?

Less than a month into Mark Carney’s term as Prime Minister of Canada, some Liberal MPs are already considering ways to ensure they can remove him if necessary. As the newly elected Parliament prepares to sit, the Liberal caucus is set to vote on whether to give itself the power to fire its leader under the provisions of the Reform Act.The vote will take place on Sunday, a day before the House of Commons reconvenes, and could mark a major shift in internal party dynamics. Although there is currently no open revolt against Carney, many MPs are determined not to repeat what they see as past mistakes under former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-shoot-them-on-the-spot-ukraine-records-over-150-executions-of-soldiers-in-russian-captivity-got-direct-orders-to-kill-prisoners-1748169237726">'Shoot them on the spot': Ukraine records over 150 executions of soldiers in Russian captivity, got direct orders to ‘kill prisoners’</a><h2>'The future is to be determined'</h2>Carney has so far held the party together, helping the Liberals stay in power by convincing Canadians he can steer the economy. Still, MPs want to keep their options open.“We don’t know what it will be like in a year, or two years, from now,” one MP told Politico. The caucus wants to avoid another situation like Trudeau’s, where MPs had no mechanism to force a change in leadership despite growing frustration.Trudeau’s refusal to step down earlier created lasting tensions within the party. Many lawmakers want to rebalance the power between caucus members and the Prime Minister’s Office, which was widely seen as too controlling during Trudeau’s nearly decade-long tenure.<h2>Reform Act returns to spotlight</h2>At the heart of the push is the Reform Act, a law passed in 2015 that allows MPs to vote on rules that give them greater authority. Under the act, caucus members can give themselves the ability to remove their leader, expel colleagues from the caucus, or elect a caucus chair. However, none of the rules apply unless a caucus votes to adopt them.The Conservatives used the act in 2022 to remove then-leader Erin O’Toole, making way for current leader Pierre Poilievre. The Liberals, however, have never adopted the law — partly because it was a Conservative initiative. That could now change.Quebec MP Sophie Chatel said applying the Reform Act to Carney’s leadership would be “a powerful symbolic gesture,” showing trust in him and signalling a clear break from the past. “It would also signal a departure from the previous leadership,” she said, “and a renewed commitment to strengthening the relationship with caucus.”<h2>Secret ballot could decide the outcome</h2>Some MPs are calling for a secret ballot to avoid pressure from the Prime Minister’s Office or senior Cabinet ministers. Concerns remain that newer MPs might be influenced, a problem they say was common under Trudeau.As one MP put it, “No one wants to be seen holding a knife behind the back of the prime minister.”Ultimately, the vote is about securing future accountability. After years of watching Trudeau retain control without internal checks, many MPs want assurance that this time, they won’t be powerless if things go wrong.

Carney has so far held the party together, helping the Liberals stay in power by convincing Canadians he can steer the economy. Still, MPs want to keep their options open.

Less than a month into Mark Carney’s term as Prime Minister of Canada, some Liberal MPs are already considering ways to ensure they can remove him if necessary. As the newly elected Parliament prepares to sit, the Liberal caucus is set to vote on whether to give itself the power to fire its leader under the provisions of the Reform Act. The vote will take place on Sunday, a day before the House of Commons reconvenes, and could mark a major shift in internal party dynamics. Although there is currently no open revolt against Carney, many MPs are determined not to repeat what they see as past mistakes under former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Also read: 'Shoot them on the spot': Ukraine records over 150 executions of soldiers in Russian captivity, got direct orders to ‘kill prisoners’ 'The future is to be determined' Carney has so far held the party together, helping the Liberals stay in power by convincing Canadians he can steer the economy. Still, MPs want to keep their options open. “We don’t know what it will be like in a year, or two years, from now,” one MP told Politico. The caucus wants to avoid another situation like Trudeau’s, where MPs had no mechanism to force a change in leadership despite growing frustration. Trudeau’s refusal to step down earlier created lasting tensions within the party. Many lawmakers want to rebalance the power between caucus members and the Prime Minister’s Office, which was widely seen as too controlling during Trudeau’s nearly decade-long tenure. Reform Act returns to spotlight At the heart of the push is the Reform Act, a law passed in 2015 that allows MPs to vote on rules that give them greater authority. Under the act, caucus members can give themselves the ability to remove their leader, expel colleagues from the caucus, or elect a caucus chair. However, none of the rules apply unless a caucus votes to adopt them. The Conservatives used the act in 2022 to remove then-leader Erin O’Toole, making way for current leader Pierre Poilievre. The Liberals, however, have never adopted the law — partly because it was a Conservative initiative. That could now change. Quebec MP Sophie Chatel said applying the Reform Act to Carney’s leadership would be “a powerful symbolic gesture,” showing trust in him and signalling a clear break from the past. “It would also signal a departure from the previous leadership,” she said, “and a renewed commitment to strengthening the relationship with caucus.” Secret ballot could decide the outcome Some MPs are calling for a secret ballot to avoid pressure from the Prime Minister’s Office or senior Cabinet ministers. Concerns remain that newer MPs might be influenced, a problem they say was common under Trudeau. As one MP put it, “No one wants to be seen holding a knife behind the back of the prime minister.” Ultimately, the vote is about securing future accountability. After years of watching Trudeau retain control without internal checks, many MPs want assurance that this time, they won’t be powerless if things go wrong.

Carney has so far held the party together, helping the Liberals stay in power by convincing Canadians he can steer the economy. Still, MPs want to keep their options open.

‘Knife behind the back of PM’: Canada’s Liberals want power to remove Mark Carney just weeks after he took office

Donald Trump’s latest defence project, a giant missile shield over North America dubbed the “Golden Dome,” has one major challenge, he can’t build it without help from Canada. But Ottawa hasn’t committed, and it’s not clear if it will.Canada’s vast northern airspace would be essential for tracking missiles that could fly over the Arctic, but Canadian leaders remain cautious. Trump estimates the project could cost $500 billion and says Canada “wants protection too,” suggesting Washington would help as usual.Still, political voices in Ottawa are unsure. “There’s a lot we just don’t know. There’s a lot that needs to be revealed about how the economic and security partnership with America and Canada will unfold,” Conservative MP Shuvaloy Majumdar told Politico.<h2>Strained relations complicate cooperation</h2>Trump’s assumption that Canada will join the project might be optimistic, especially given recent tensions. He’s criticised Canada for relying too much on US defence and favourable trade deals, and a past tariff dispute has left the relationship bruised.Prime Minister Mark Carney has warned Washington not to take Ottawa for granted and has even hinted at exploring alternative security partnerships. “None of [the Golden Dome partnership] has been spelled out or negotiated. It’s not, you know, good old Canada-USA. It’s like, ‘We can’t do this easily, because our people are very upset,’” US Senator Jack Reed told Politico.<h2>Why the Arctic matters?</h2>Canada’s nearly 4 million square miles of land and airspace are strategically critical. They give the US a clear view of any missiles launched by Russia or China across the North Pole, an area that remains a gap in US air defences.For decades, the two countries have worked together under the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). NORAD has ensured joint air patrols and radar sharing, especially across the Arctic, where Russian aircraft regularly test both nations’ air defences.Canada typically covers about 40% of NORAD’s budget and has already pledged $38 billion to upgrade its radar network over the next 20 years.<h2>Canada’s technology is already in play</h2>Ottawa could contribute more to the Golden Dome by installing radars and interceptors across its territory, like those in Alaska and California. During his first week as Prime Minister, Carney signed a $4 billion radar deal with Australia for technology developed by BAE Systems. These radars are intended for the Arctic and could be folded into the NORAD system.Audrey Champoux, spokesperson for Carney, confirmed that discussions with Washington are ongoing. “Carney and his ministers are having wide-ranging and constructive discussions with their American counterparts,” she said.The US Northern Command, which oversees NORAD, said, “We will continue to prioritise our core mission of defending the United States and Canada and will ensure any new capabilities align with that objective.”<h2>Big money, big decisions, and big delays</h2>Funding is another major issue. The White House is asking Congress for an initial $25 billion to begin work. But Canada’s budget won’t be ready until autumn, leaving a gap in commitment.Another sticking point is whether Canada will allow its forces to participate in shooting down ballistic missiles. The issue has been politically sensitive for years, with no firm consensus.“It’s something that we are looking at and something that has been discussed at a high level. But not — sure, one negotiates on this,” said Carney.

Trump’s assumption that Canada will join the project might be optimistic, especially given recent tensions. He’s criticised Canada for relying too much on US defence and favourable trade deals, and a past tariff dispute has left the relationship bruised.

Donald Trump’s latest defence project, a giant missile shield over North America dubbed the “Golden Dome,” has one major challenge, he can’t build it without help from Canada. But Ottawa hasn’t committed, and it’s not clear if it will. Canada’s vast northern airspace would be essential for tracking missiles that could fly over the Arctic, but Canadian leaders remain cautious. Trump estimates the project could cost $500 billion and says Canada “wants protection too,” suggesting Washington would help as usual. Still, political voices in Ottawa are unsure. “There’s a lot we just don’t know. There’s a lot that needs to be revealed about how the economic and security partnership with America and Canada will unfold,” Conservative MP Shuvaloy Majumdar told Politico. Strained relations complicate cooperation Trump’s assumption that Canada will join the project might be optimistic, especially given recent tensions. He’s criticised Canada for relying too much on US defence and favourable trade deals, and a past tariff dispute has left the relationship bruised. Prime Minister Mark Carney has warned Washington not to take Ottawa for granted and has even hinted at exploring alternative security partnerships. “None of [the Golden Dome partnership] has been spelled out or negotiated. It’s not, you know, good old Canada-USA. It’s like, ‘We can’t do this easily, because our people are very upset,’” US Senator Jack Reed told Politico. Why the Arctic matters? Canada’s nearly 4 million square miles of land and airspace are strategically critical. They give the US a clear view of any missiles launched by Russia or China across the North Pole, an area that remains a gap in US air defences. For decades, the two countries have worked together under the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). NORAD has ensured joint air patrols and radar sharing, especially across the Arctic, where Russian aircraft regularly test both nations’ air defences. Canada typically covers about 40% of NORAD’s budget and has already pledged $38 billion to upgrade its radar network over the next 20 years. Canada’s technology is already in play Ottawa could contribute more to the Golden Dome by installing radars and interceptors across its territory, like those in Alaska and California. During his first week as Prime Minister, Carney signed a $4 billion radar deal with Australia for technology developed by BAE Systems. These radars are intended for the Arctic and could be folded into the NORAD system. Audrey Champoux, spokesperson for Carney, confirmed that discussions with Washington are ongoing. “Carney and his ministers are having wide-ranging and constructive discussions with their American counterparts,” she said. The US Northern Command, which oversees NORAD, said, “We will continue to prioritise our core mission of defending the United States and Canada and will ensure any new capabilities align with that objective.” Big money, big decisions, and big delays Funding is another major issue. The White House is asking Congress for an initial $25 billion to begin work. But Canada’s budget won’t be ready until autumn, leaving a gap in commitment. Another sticking point is whether Canada will allow its forces to participate in shooting down ballistic missiles. The issue has been politically sensitive for years, with no firm consensus. “It’s something that we are looking at and something that has been discussed at a high level. But not — sure, one negotiates on this,” said Carney.

Trump’s assumption that Canada will join the project might be optimistic, especially given recent tensions. He’s criticised Canada for relying too much on US defence and favourable trade deals, and a past tariff dispute has left the relationship bruised.

'It’s not good old Canada-USA': Trump’s $500 billion ‘Golden Dome’ plan needs Canada's help: Here's why

US President Donald Trump has turned the White House invite for world leaders into a big show of unprecedented ambush. From Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky to South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa, Trump has not shied away from confronting the world leaders in a message that seemingly tells them who is the boss! The televised Oval Office ambush is Trump's new trump card in the world of diplomacy. In the Trumpian world, leaders are either on his side or he makes sure that they are humiliated in front of the media at the White House.&nbsp;<h2>Trump confronts South African President Cyril Ramaphosa&nbsp;</h2>US President Donald Trump on May 21 confronted his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House over the alleged genocide of 'white farmers' in South Africa. Even as both had a friendly start to the meeting at the Oval Office wherein Trump spoke about golf and trade, Trump shifted tones and played video of an inflammatory speech made by Ramaphosa's colleague, calling for the death of white farmers in the African nation. He also showed handouts about the alleged genocide.&nbsp;"We have many people that feel they’re being persecuted, and they’re coming to the United States. Generally, they’re white farmers and they’re fleeing South Africa, and .... it’s a very sad thing to see. But I hope we can have an explanation of that, because I know you don’t want that," Trump said."That's really the purpose of the meeting," he added.&nbsp;Reports have claimed that Trump's videos are "unrelated" and "misleading." Reports also said that the confrontation highlighted Trump’s continued support for a debunked conspiracy theory - that is also supported by his friend Elon Musk. Standing near Trump’s deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, Musk nodded when President Trump said, "Elon is from South Africa. This is what Elon wanted."&nbsp;Maintaining his calm, President Ramaphosa denied ever seeing this video before. Ramaphosa also said, "These are concerns we are willing to talk to you about."&nbsp;WATCH&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">BREAKING: President Trump brings a TV into the Oval Office in front of the South African President and shows him a video of his own government calling for the genocide of white farmers. Savage. &quot;Turn the lights down. Turn the lights down and just put this on.&quot; Cyril Ramaphosa… <a href="https://t.co/wDRk76cC1x">pic.twitter.com/wDRk76cC1x</a>&mdash; Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) <a href="https://twitter.com/CollinRugg/status/1925233844804096361?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Trump confronts Canada's Mark Carney</h2>During a high-stakes meeting at the Oval Office, Donald Trump told Mark Carney, "never say never" — when confronted by the Canadian prime minister, about his repeated statements suggesting Canada could become the United States'&nbsp;51st&nbsp;state. Trump also told Carney that Canada as the 51st US state would be 'wonderful marriage.'&nbsp;Carney, in response, said that Canada would never be for sale.&nbsp;WATCH&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A visibly uncomfortable Mark Carney says, “Canada is **not for sale… won’t be for sale… ever.” Trump’s response? “Never say never!” LMAO. Carney just got steamrolled in real-time. <a href="https://t.co/FHZM16VP8G">pic.twitter.com/FHZM16VP8G</a>&mdash; Marc Nixon (@MarcNixon24) <a href="https://twitter.com/MarcNixon24/status/1919805327719203043?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Trump confronts Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky</h2>In a fiery public confrontation, Donald Trump in February this year, confronted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Oval Office. The US president and vice-president berated the visiting leader, accusing Zelensky of not being grateful enough for US support that has sustained Ukraine's war effort. Ukraine's ambassador to the US watched with her head in her hands as the unprecedented scene unfolded.&nbsp;"You've done enough talking. You're not winning this," Trump told him at one point. "You gotta be thankful. You don't have the cards.""I'm not playing cards," Zelensky replied. "I'm very serious, Mr President. I'm the president in a war."&nbsp;"You're gambling with World War Three," Trump responded. “And what you're doing is very disrespectful to the country, this country, that's backed you far more than a lot of people said they should have.” Vance retorted: "Have you said 'thank you' once this entire meeting? No."&nbsp;WATCH&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">JUST IN: Exchange in the Oval Office between President Trump, Vice-President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Zelensky. <a href="https://t.co/8P3r4UqKUX">pic.twitter.com/8P3r4UqKUX</a>&mdash; The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) <a href="https://twitter.com/spectatorindex/status/1895536702539907321?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The televised Oval Office ambush is Donald Trumps new trump card in the world of diplomacy. From Ukraines Volodymyr Zelensky to South Africas Cyril Ramaphosa, here's a look at these unprecedented incidents

US President Donald Trump has turned the White House invite for world leaders into a big show of unprecedented ambush. From Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky to South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa, Trump has not shied away from confronting the world leaders in a message that seemingly tells them who is the boss! The televised Oval Office ambush is Trump's new trump card in the world of diplomacy. In the Trumpian world, leaders are either on his side or he makes sure that they are humiliated in front of the media at the White House. Trump confronts South African President Cyril Ramaphosa US President Donald Trump on May 21 confronted his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House over the alleged genocide of 'white farmers' in South Africa. Even as both had a friendly start to the meeting at the Oval Office wherein Trump spoke about golf and trade, Trump shifted tones and played video of an inflammatory speech made by Ramaphosa's colleague, calling for the death of white farmers in the African nation. He also showed handouts about the alleged genocide. "We have many people that feel they’re being persecuted, and they’re coming to the United States. Generally, they’re white farmers and they’re fleeing South Africa, and .... it’s a very sad thing to see. But I hope we can have an explanation of that, because I know you don’t want that," Trump said. "That's really the purpose of the meeting," he added. Reports have claimed that Trump's videos are "unrelated" and "misleading." Reports also said that the confrontation highlighted Trump’s continued support for a debunked conspiracy theory - that is also supported by his friend Elon Musk. Standing near Trump’s deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, Musk nodded when President Trump said, "Elon is from South Africa. This is what Elon wanted." Maintaining his calm, President Ramaphosa denied ever seeing this video before. Ramaphosa also said, "These are concerns we are willing to talk to you about." WATCH

The televised Oval Office ambush is Donald Trump's new trump card in the world of diplomacy. From Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky to South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa, here's a look at these unprecedented incidents

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Mark Carney: New Government Will Work To Re-Define Canada-US Ties

Mark Carney: New government will work to re-define Canada-US ties

Indian-origin Anita Anand has been appointed Canada&rsquo;s new Minister of Foreign Affairs as Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a major cabinet overhaul with two dozen new faces. Anita&rsquo;s appointment marks a historic moment as she becomes the first visible minority to hold this position in Canadian history.
Besides, Brampton MP Maninder Sidhu, also of Indian origin, has been appointed to serve as Carney&rsquo;s international trade minister.
Anita Anand, born in Kentville, Nova Scotia, to Indian physician parents, began her political journey with her election as Member of Parliament from Oakville in 2019. Since then, she has held several significant portfolios, including Minister of Public Services and Procurement, Minister of National Defence, and president of the Treasury Board.
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As defence minister, she oversaw Canada&rsquo;s military support to Ukraine during the 2022 Russian invasion. Before entering politics, Anand was a law professor at the University of Toronto, specialising in corporate governance and investor protection.
Anand had been planning to leave political life and had announced she would not run again for MP but changed her mind with Carney&rsquo;s arrival.
Sidhu, a successful entrepreneur and community advocate, was first elected in 2019 and has been active in various parliamentary committees. He is also known for founding &lsquo;The Kindness Movement&rsquo;, an initiative aimed at supporting economically disadvantaged students in Canada and India.&nbsp;
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Carney is building a team to take on US President Donald Trump and his tariffs and help prop up a faltering Canadian economy as the country grapples with higher joblessness amid tremendous trade uncertainty.
Carney said in a statement that the new Cabinet is built to deliver the change Canadians want and need.&nbsp;
The new ministry includes 28 cabinet ministers and 10 secretaries of state, and is largely composed of new faces. Carney ensured gender parity and has appointed 14 men and 14 women as full cabinet ministers or secretaries of state. He has also elevated critics of former prime minister Justin Trudeau, liken MPs Wayne Long and Jo&euml;l Lightbound.
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In a key appointment, Steven MacKinnon, an experienced parliamentarian, becomes the leader of the government in the House &mdash; a crucial role as he&rsquo;s responsible for the legislative agenda and counting votes to get bills through Parliament without a Liberal majority.&nbsp;
Some of the secretaries of state have interesting backgrounds. Stephen Fuhr, now secretary of state for defence procurement, is a retired air force officer, while Olympic gold medallist Adam van Koeverden is secretary of state for sport. Former journalist Evan Solomon takes on a newly created role as minister of artificial intelligence.

World: Carney is building a team to take on US President Donald Trump and his tariffs and help prop up a faltering Canadian economy as the country grapples with higher joblessness amid tremendous trade uncertainty.

Indian-origin Anita Anand has been appointed Canada’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs as Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a major cabinet overhaul with two dozen new faces. Anita’s appointment marks a historic moment as she becomes the first visible minority to hold this position in Canadian history. Besides, Brampton MP Maninder Sidhu, also of Indian origin, has been appointed to serve as Carney’s international trade minister. Anita Anand, born in Kentville, Nova Scotia, to Indian physician parents, began her political journey with her election as Member of Parliament from Oakville in 2019. Since then, she has held several significant portfolios, including Minister of Public Services and Procurement, Minister of National Defence, and president of the Treasury Board. Also Read | Trump gets ‘lavender’ carpet welcome to Saudi Arabia after F-15 escort As defence minister, she oversaw Canada’s military support to Ukraine during the 2022 Russian invasion. Before entering politics, Anand was a law professor at the University of Toronto, specialising in corporate governance and investor protection. Anand had been planning to leave political life and had announced she would not run again for MP but changed her mind with Carney’s arrival. Sidhu, a successful entrepreneur and community advocate, was first elected in 2019 and has been active in various parliamentary committees. He is also known for founding ‘The Kindness Movement’, an initiative aimed at supporting economically disadvantaged students in Canada and India. Also Read | PM Modi compares agility of India’s modern weapons to Maharana Pratap’s legendary horse Chetak Carney is building a team to take on US President Donald Trump and his tariffs and help prop up a faltering Canadian economy as the country grapples with higher joblessness amid tremendous trade uncertainty. Carney said in a statement that the new Cabinet is built to deliver the change Canadians want and need. The new ministry includes 28 cabinet ministers and 10 secretaries of state, and is largely composed of new faces. Carney ensured gender parity and has appointed 14 men and 14 women as full cabinet ministers or secretaries of state. He has also elevated critics of former prime minister Justin Trudeau, liken MPs Wayne Long and Joël Lightbound. Also Read | ‘World saw the true face of Pak when its army officials attended funerals of terrorists’: PM Modi In a key appointment, Steven MacKinnon, an experienced parliamentarian, becomes the leader of the government in the House — a crucial role as he’s responsible for the legislative agenda and counting votes to get bills through Parliament without a Liberal majority. Some of the secretaries of state have interesting backgrounds. Stephen Fuhr, now secretary of state for defence procurement, is a retired air force officer, while Olympic gold medallist Adam van Koeverden is secretary of state for sport. Former journalist Evan Solomon takes on a newly created role as minister of artificial intelligence.

Indian-origin Anita Anand appointed Canada’s foreign minister in Carney cabinet overhaul

Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi again highlighted putting the Indus-Waters Treaty in "abeyance".
In other news, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday.
Meanwhile, Friedrich Merz has been confirmed as the next chancellor of Germany after winning a parliamentary vote on Tuesday (May 6).
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Amid rising Indo-Pak tensions, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi again highlighted putting the Indus-Waters Treaty in "abeyance", stressing that earlier India's water was being given to others, but now, it will flow for India's benefit.&nbsp;
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Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi again highlighted putting the Indus-Waters Treaty in "abeyance". In other news, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Friedrich Merz has been confirmed as the next chancellor of Germany after winning a parliamentary vote on Tuesday (May 6). Click on the headlines for more 'India's water was flowing outside, now will STOP for our benefit': PM Modi's latest dig at Pakistan over Indus Waters Treaty Amid rising Indo-Pak tensions, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi again highlighted putting the Indus-Waters Treaty in "abeyance", stressing that earlier India's water was being given to others, but now, it will flow for India's benefit. 'Very talented, very good': Trump calls Canada PM Carney’s win ‘greater than his’ in surprisingly warm White House welcome Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday, in a long-awaited meeting that came after weeks of strained relations over tariffs and talk of annexation. Friedrich Merz becomes next German chancellor, wins parliamentary vote in second attempt Conservative leader Friedrich Merz has been confirmed as the next chancellor of Germany after winning a parliamentary vote on Tuesday (May 6) in his second attempt. German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has formally appointed Merz, officially marking the start of the conservative leader’s time in office. India to hold major air force drills near Pakistan border two weeks after Pahalgam terror attack: Why it matters The Indian Air Force will carry out a large-scale military exercise in Rajasthan, close to the international border with Pakistan. The drill was confirmed through a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued on Tuesday. 'Historic milestone': India, UK successfully conclude Free Trade Agreement after years of negotiations India and the UK successfully concluded a "mutually beneficial" Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on Tuesday (May 6), Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced, calling it a "historic milestone". ‘Pakistan’s attempt to manipulate, misguide’: India rejects New York OIC’s statement on Pahalgam attack, calls it ‘absurd’ India on Tuesday (May 6) hit back at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in New York over its recent statement on the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, calling it “absurd and misguided.” It also blamed Pakistan for manipulating the group and rejected the OIC’s interference. Trump announces two new national holidays, but expects people to work on them US President Donald Trump on Monday posted on his Truth Social that there will be two new holidays, November 11 and May 8. However, this designation will come with a caveat; they will not be recognised as federal holidays, meaning businesses and offices will remain open, as the US already has too many holidays. 'There will be bangs': Netanyahu makes good on threat as Israel strikes Yemen's Sanaa airport after Houthi strike on Tel Aviv Fighter jets from the Israeli Air Force launched airstrikes on Yemen’s capital on Tuesday, targeting Sanaa International Airport. The airport is under the control of the Iran-backed Houthi rebels. Why Diljit Dosanjh wasn’t allowed to wear $2.5 billion ‘Maharaja of Patiala’ necklace at Met Gala Carrying the pride of his roots, Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh walked the Met Gala red carpet in a royal look inspired by Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala. Iceland Cricket's viral 'Scammers XI' dig targets pricey IPL stars, Rishabh Pant named captain Iceland Cricket, which is famous for its light-hearted and often irreverent commentary on the sport, has again been making news by putting out a satirical "IPL 2025 Frauds and Scammers XI" on social media. Presented as a tongue-in-cheek criticism, the pseudo team includes top players who, in their opinion, have underachieved in the current IPL 2025 season. Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant is leading the charge, and he has been jokingly appointed as the captain of the team.

Top 10 world news: PM Modi says India's water 'will stop for our benefit'; Trump meets Canada PM Carney, and more

US President Donald Trump delivered a blunt message to Canada just before welcoming its new prime minister, Mark Carney, to the White House on Tuesday (May 06).
Posting on Truth Social, Trump claimed the United States &ldquo;doesn&rsquo;t need ANYTHING&rdquo; from its northern neighbour, not its cars, energy, or lumber.
&ldquo;I very much want to work with him, but cannot understand one simple TRUTH &mdash; Why is America subsidizing Canada by $200 Billion Dollars a year, in addition to giving them FREE Military Protection, and many other things?&rdquo; Trump wrote.
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&ldquo;We don&rsquo;t need their Cars, we don&rsquo;t need their Energy, we don&rsquo;t need their Lumber, we don&rsquo;t need ANYTHING they have, other than their friendship, which hopefully we will always maintain.&rdquo;
<h2>Carney gets frosty welcome</h2>
Trump said Carney would be arriving at the White House shortly, adding that his &ldquo;only question of consequence&rdquo; would be why the US needs anything from Canada at all.
The comments come at a time when relations between the two countries remain strained following Canada&rsquo;s recent federal election. Carney, the new Liberal leader, ran a campaign heavily critical of Trump and used his victory speech to declare that Canada would &ldquo;never&rdquo; yield to US pressure.
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<h2>Trump&rsquo;s numbers don&rsquo;t add up</h2>
The President&rsquo;s claim that the US is &ldquo;subsidising&rdquo; Canada by $200 billion a year is not supported by official data.
According to US government figures, the total trade deficit with Canada in 2024 stood at $35.7 billion. If only goods are counted, the deficit rises to $70.6 billion, still far below Trump&rsquo;s $200 billion figure.
<h2>Trade and tariffs remain sore points</h2>
Since returning to office, Trump has imposed heavy tariffs on Canadian goods and threatened key trade agreements. His approach has shaken long-standing ties between the two allies and played a major role in shaping Canada&rsquo;s recent election.
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Mark Carney, a former Bank of England governor, was elected after vowing to protect Canadian sovereignty and push back against what he described as Trump&rsquo;s bullying tactics.

World: Posting on Truth Social, Trump claimed the United States “doesn’t need ANYTHING” from its northern neighbour, not its cars, energy, or lumber.

US President Donald Trump delivered a blunt message to Canada just before welcoming its new prime minister, Mark Carney, to the White House on Tuesday (May 06). Posting on Truth Social, Trump claimed the United States “doesn’t need ANYTHING” from its northern neighbour, not its cars, energy, or lumber. “I very much want to work with him, but cannot understand one simple TRUTH — Why is America subsidizing Canada by $200 Billion Dollars a year, in addition to giving them FREE Military Protection, and many other things?” Trump wrote. Also read: ‘51st state’ threat, trade tensions: Trump, Canada’s Mark Carney to meet after 'anti-Trump' election win | What’s at stake “We don’t need their Cars, we don’t need their Energy, we don’t need their Lumber, we don’t need ANYTHING they have, other than their friendship, which hopefully we will always maintain.” Carney gets frosty welcome Trump said Carney would be arriving at the White House shortly, adding that his “only question of consequence” would be why the US needs anything from Canada at all. The comments come at a time when relations between the two countries remain strained following Canada’s recent federal election. Carney, the new Liberal leader, ran a campaign heavily critical of Trump and used his victory speech to declare that Canada would “never” yield to US pressure. Also read: Trump announces two new national holidays, but expects people to work on them Trump’s numbers don’t add up The President’s claim that the US is “subsidising” Canada by $200 billion a year is not supported by official data. According to US government figures, the total trade deficit with Canada in 2024 stood at $35.7 billion. If only goods are counted, the deficit rises to $70.6 billion, still far below Trump’s $200 billion figure. Trade and tariffs remain sore points Since returning to office, Trump has imposed heavy tariffs on Canadian goods and threatened key trade agreements. His approach has shaken long-standing ties between the two allies and played a major role in shaping Canada’s recent election. Also read: Why does Trump want to reopen Alcatraz, notorious prison closed since 1963? Mark Carney, a former Bank of England governor, was elected after vowing to protect Canadian sovereignty and push back against what he described as Trump’s bullying tactics.

‘We don’t need ANYTHING from Canada’: Trump blasts Canada ahead of first meeting with PM Carney at White House

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is due to meet US President Donald Trump in Washington on Tuesday (May 06), according to a report by Bloomberg. This will be their first face-to-face meeting since Carney came to power following an election campaign that partly focused on pushing back against Trump&rsquo;s influence.
<h2>First meeting since anti-Trump election win</h2>
The exact details of the visit are still being finalised, but Carney&rsquo;s office confirmed that the two leaders spoke by phone recently. During that call, President Trump congratulated Carney on his election win.
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&ldquo;The two leaders agreed on the importance of Canada and the United States working together &ndash; as independent, sovereign nations &ndash; for their mutual betterment,&rdquo; Carney&rsquo;s office said in a statement on Tuesday.
<h2>Trump&rsquo;s remark on '51st state' sparks concern</h2>
The White House also commented on the Canadian election outcome. Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly said,
&ldquo;The election does not affect President Trump&rsquo;s plan to make Canada America&rsquo;s cherished 51st state.&rdquo;
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Trump had already hinted at the meeting during a Cabinet session earlier this week, saying Carney would visit &ldquo;within the next week or less.&rdquo;
<h2>Why is the Trump-Carney meeting important for Canada?</h2>
The upcoming meeting carries significant weight for Prime Minister Carney, who led the Liberal Party to victory with a firm stance on resetting Canada&rsquo;s relationship with the US. He had promised during his campaign to resolve the ongoing trade tensions between the two countries.
Carney made headlines in his victory speech, saying, "We are over the shock of American betrayal. But we should never forget the lessons.&rdquo;
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He had also dismissed Trump&rsquo;s repeated statements about absorbing Canada as a US state, declaring the traditional economic and security partnership with Washington as "over."
The leaders first spoke by phone on 28 March, two weeks after Carney officially replaced Justin Trudeau as prime minister. Carney said the two had agreed to begin comprehensive trade and security discussions once the election dust had settled.
A seasoned figure in global finance, Carney previously served as a central banker in both Canada and the UK. He became prime minister last month after Trudeau&rsquo;s resignation, which followed a drop in public support.
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World: This will be their first face-to-face meeting since Carney came to power following an election campaign that partly focused on pushing back against Trump’s influence.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is due to meet US President Donald Trump in Washington on Tuesday (May 06), according to a report by Bloomberg. This will be their first face-to-face meeting since Carney came to power following an election campaign that partly focused on pushing back against Trump’s influence. First meeting since anti-Trump election win The exact details of the visit are still being finalised, but Carney’s office confirmed that the two leaders spoke by phone recently. During that call, President Trump congratulated Carney on his election win. Also read: Mark Carney wins Big in Canada, thanks to Trump’s interference: Did his ‘51st State’ talk hand the Liberals election win? “The two leaders agreed on the importance of Canada and the United States working together – as independent, sovereign nations – for their mutual betterment,” Carney’s office said in a statement on Tuesday. Trump’s remark on '51st state' sparks concern The White House also commented on the Canadian election outcome. Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly said, “The election does not affect President Trump’s plan to make Canada America’s cherished 51st state.” Also read: Indo-Canadian MPs hit new high in Canada polls: How many got elected this year? | Full list Trump had already hinted at the meeting during a Cabinet session earlier this week, saying Carney would visit “within the next week or less.” Why is the Trump-Carney meeting important for Canada? The upcoming meeting carries significant weight for Prime Minister Carney, who led the Liberal Party to victory with a firm stance on resetting Canada’s relationship with the US. He had promised during his campaign to resolve the ongoing trade tensions between the two countries. Carney made headlines in his victory speech, saying, "We are over the shock of American betrayal. But we should never forget the lessons.” Also read: Mike Waltz's exit from NSA's post not a surprise: Trump has a history of replacing National Security Advisors | List here He had also dismissed Trump’s repeated statements about absorbing Canada as a US state, declaring the traditional economic and security partnership with Washington as "over." The leaders first spoke by phone on 28 March, two weeks after Carney officially replaced Justin Trudeau as prime minister. Carney said the two had agreed to begin comprehensive trade and security discussions once the election dust had settled. A seasoned figure in global finance, Carney previously served as a central banker in both Canada and the UK. He became prime minister last month after Trudeau’s resignation, which followed a drop in public support. Also read: 'Kissing my a**': Trump mocks 'buddy' Elon Musk after his alleged White House exit

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2025 Canadian federal election - Jagmeet Singh's loss: Mark Carney, the incumbent prime minister, won the recent Canadian federal elections, but for observers of India-Canada relations, the key candidate was Jagmeet Singh. The New Democratic Party (NDP) leader emerged as the worst loser, far from his earlier role as kingmaker. Carney will lead a minority government of the Liberal Party. Singh's loss may be result in a sigh of relief for Indian decision-makers, given his blatantly open support of the Khalistani separatist movement.&nbsp;
Singh, as the backer of the previous Liberal government, literally made the former prime minister, Justin Trudeau, dance to Bhangra tunes to cling on to power. NDP is not going to be the kingmaker for some time. But it is too early to write the political obituary of Jagmeet Singh. And the Khalistani movement, which he supported and is his political capital, is alive, and will be kicking for some time in Canada.
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<h2>How the Canadian election panned out for Jagmeet Singh and his NDP</h2>
Singh's defeat is being seen as historic, as NDP even lost official party status. Singh himself lost his seat in Burnaby Central, and resigned as NDP leader.
After the April 28 elections for 343 seats, the NDP won seven seats as against 25 in 2021, and only 6.3 per cent of the popular vote, down from 17.8 per cent in 2021. Since it did not win the required 12 seats, NDP lost official party status.&nbsp;
<h2> The Liberal Party victory was partly thanks to Trump</h2>
If there is one factor that helped Carney, and went against NDP, it would be the constant taunting of Canada by the US President Donald Trump. He teased the possibility of Canada becoming the 51st state of the US, and followed it up with a trade war. This created a kind of national unity among Liberal party voters, with US-Canada relations -&nbsp; not so much domestic issues - becoming the key election issue.
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So, one can argue that the NDP's loss didn't happen 'under normal circumstances'. Singh's political fortunes could have been different if it were not for Trump.
In choosing who could be a good counterforce to Trump, the Canadian voters were split between the Liberals and Conservatives, leaving NDP by the wayside. It is clear from the almost equal popular vote received by the Liberals and Conservatives.
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Out of some 59 seats that flipped parties, all went to either Liberals or Conservatives.
Carney was able to rally the people against Trump rhetoric, proven by the popular vote of 41.6 per cent for the Liberals, which is much higher than 32.6 per cent it got in 2021.
Eventually, the Liberals won 169 seats, just three down from the required majority.&nbsp;
The Conservative Party led by Pierre Poilievre came a close second with 144 seats and an impressive 41.1 per cent of popular votes, which is very close to that of Liberals.
But then, Poilievre lost his own seat in Carleton, Ontario, a shocking upset.&nbsp;
It was the Conservatives who gained from the NDP&rsquo;s epic fail, yet they could not win the election.
The Bloc Qu&eacute;b&eacute;cois party won 22 seats, having lost 13 from its 2021 tally.
<h2>Jagmeet Singh&rsquo;s rise and fall</h2>
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When Jagmeet Singh became the leader of NDP in 2017, it was a proud moment for many Indians, at least at the start. He was the first Sikh, indeed the first person from a visible minority in Canada, to become the leader of a national party. That he came from a community once shunned in Canada in the 20th Century added sweetness to his rise.
The former Ontario MPP, often featured in luxury magazines for his sense of style, was compared to Barack Obama in the US.&nbsp;
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In 2022, his agreement to support the Liberal government of Trudeau was seen as the peak point of his power. But by then, Trudeau and his government had become unpopular.&nbsp;
<h2>What happened to Jagmeet Singh's NDP in Canadian election 2025?</h2>
 As mentioned earlier, it was not an election where NDP was a key player. The electorate was mainly divided between the Liberals and Conservatives. &nbsp;It is being observed that there was 'strategic voting': in order to keep Conservatives away from power, many NDP voters may have cast the ballot in favour of Liberal Party candidates.
Singh was personally targeted with attack ads. He also bore the brunt for having kept the unpopualr government of Trudeau in power.
Eventually, his campaign failed to convince the voters, and he finished third in his own seat of Bursaby Central.
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<h2>How bad is Jagmeet Singh's loss in 2025 Canadian election? </h2>
The NDP's performance - down from 24 seats in 2021 to seven in 2025 - is the worst since 1993, when it won nine seats under the leadership of Audrey McLaughlin.
NDP's popular vote was down to 6.3 per cent from 17.8 per cent in 2021.
The NDP stronghold of British Columbia was among places where it lost ground. In Vancouver Island, it lost five out of six seats.
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It was totally trounced in Ontario, having lost even seats like Hamilton Centre, which it had held for over 20 years.
<h2>Traditional NDP voters got split between Liberals and Conservatives</h2>
According to reports, NDP lost favour among urban and working class Ridings, some of which were won by Liberals and Conservatives with double-digit margins.
Singh&rsquo;s stint as NDP leader was showing signs of fatigue in the runup to the election.
Losing traditional bases like British Colombia and Ontario was a major concern: NDP won no seats in Ontario, and suffered losses in Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island.
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<h2>What is the future for Jagmeet Singh? </h2>
Losing the official party status is going to be a big blow for NDP.&nbsp; It means a cut in funding and research support. The party will get less speaking time in the House of Commons. NDP will have lesser representation in key committees, which is crucial for building influence.&nbsp;
Singh could not convert some of his policy victories as the junior partner of the Trudeau government into votes.
His support for Khalistani separtaist movement in Canada impacted his image as a progressive leader.
The party will now have to go back to the working class and progressive constituency it has lost, particularly in British Columbia and Ontario.
There is some hope that, with Singh gone from the limelight, India and Canada can improve their relationship.
But it is far too early to predict that Singh is done and dusted as a leader.
in his concession speech, Singh hinted at the NDP rising up again, using the Sikh concept of &nbsp;&ldquo;Chardi Kala&rdquo; (rising spirits).
In no other time in Canadian political history did the Khalistan movement become such a key issue as during Singh's tenure as NDP chief. By now, that movement has gained momentum. It would take some effort from Indian policymakers to change their course in Canada.
While Singh's exit, for now, as the NDP leader is the 'end of an era moment' for the party, his presence will be crucial for its rebuilding.
To that extent, it is too early to write his political obituary.

Canada election analysis: Jagmeet Singh, khalistani supporter, was once the poster boy of progressives. Now the NDP leader faces a political winter.  World | India News

2025 Canadian federal election - Jagmeet Singh's loss: Mark Carney, the incumbent prime minister, won the recent Canadian federal elections, but for observers of India-Canada relations, the key candidate was Jagmeet Singh. The New Democratic Party (NDP) leader emerged as the worst loser, far from his earlier role as kingmaker. Carney will lead a minority government of the Liberal Party. Singh's loss may be result in a sigh of relief for Indian decision-makers, given his blatantly open support of the Khalistani separatist movement. Singh, as the backer of the previous Liberal government, literally made the former prime minister, Justin Trudeau, dance to Bhangra tunes to cling on to power. NDP is not going to be the kingmaker for some time. But it is too early to write the political obituary of Jagmeet Singh. And the Khalistani movement, which he supported and is his political capital, is alive, and will be kicking for some time in Canada. How the Canadian election panned out for Jagmeet Singh and his NDP Singh's defeat is being seen as historic, as NDP even lost official party status. Singh himself lost his seat in Burnaby Central, and resigned as NDP leader. After the April 28 elections for 343 seats, the NDP won seven seats as against 25 in 2021, and only 6.3 per cent of the popular vote, down from 17.8 per cent in 2021. Since it did not win the required 12 seats, NDP lost official party status. The Liberal Party victory was partly thanks to Trump If there is one factor that helped Carney, and went against NDP, it would be the constant taunting of Canada by the US President Donald Trump. He teased the possibility of Canada becoming the 51st state of the US, and followed it up with a trade war. This created a kind of national unity among Liberal party voters, with US-Canada relations - not so much domestic issues - becoming the key election issue. ‘A new path forward’: Carney’s Liberals secure victory in Canadian elections amid Trump’s looming threats So, one can argue that the NDP's loss didn't happen 'under normal circumstances'. Singh's political fortunes could have been different if it were not for Trump. In choosing who could be a good counterforce to Trump, the Canadian voters were split between the Liberals and Conservatives, leaving NDP by the wayside. It is clear from the almost equal popular vote received by the Liberals and Conservatives. Will pro-Khalistan Jagmeet Singh's poll setback pave way for Canada to take action against Khalistani terrorism? Out of some 59 seats that flipped parties, all went to either Liberals or Conservatives. Carney was able to rally the people against Trump rhetoric, proven by the popular vote of 41.6 per cent for the Liberals, which is much higher than 32.6 per cent it got in 2021. Eventually, the Liberals won 169 seats, just three down from the required majority. The Conservative Party led by Pierre Poilievre came a close second with 144 seats and an impressive 41.1 per cent of popular votes, which is very close to that of Liberals. But then, Poilievre lost his own seat in Carleton, Ontario, a shocking upset. It was the Conservatives who gained from the NDP’s epic fail, yet they could not win the election. The Bloc Québécois party won 22 seats, having lost 13 from its 2021 tally. Jagmeet Singh’s rise and fall When Jagmeet Singh became the leader of NDP in 2017, it was a proud moment for many Indians, at least at the start. He was the first Sikh, indeed the first person from a visible minority in Canada, to become the leader of a national party. That he came from a community once shunned in Canada in the 20th Century added sweetness to his rise. The former Ontario MPP, often featured in luxury magazines for his sense of style, was compared to Barack Obama in the US. Indo-Canadian MPs hit new high in Canada polls: How many got elected this year? | Full list In 2022, his agreement to support the Liberal government of Trudeau was seen as the peak point of his power. But by then, Trudeau and his government had become unpopular. What happened to Jagmeet Singh's NDP in Canadian election 2025? As mentioned earlier, it was not an election where NDP was a key player. The electorate was mainly divided between the Liberals and Conservatives. It is being observed that there was 'strategic voting': in order to keep Conservatives away from power, many NDP voters may have cast the ballot in favour of Liberal Party candidates. Singh was personally targeted with attack ads. He also bore the brunt for having kept the unpopualr government of Trudeau in power. Eventually, his campaign failed to convince the voters, and he finished third in his own seat of Bursaby Central. How bad is Jagmeet Singh's loss in 2025 Canadian election? The NDP's performance - down from 24 seats in 2021 to seven in 2025 - is the worst since 1993, when it won nine seats under the leadership of Audrey McLaughlin. NDP's popular vote was down to 6.3 per cent from 17.8 per cent in 2021. The NDP stronghold of British Columbia was among places where it lost ground. In Vancouver Island, it lost five out of six seats. Canadian elections: Liberals’ victory has implications for many, including themselves It was totally trounced in Ontario, having lost even seats like Hamilton Centre, which it had held for over 20 years. Traditional NDP voters got split between Liberals and Conservatives According to reports, NDP lost favour among urban and working class Ridings, some of which were won by Liberals and Conservatives with double-digit margins. Singh’s stint as NDP leader was showing signs of fatigue in the runup to the election. Losing traditional bases like British Colombia and Ontario was a major concern: NDP won no seats in Ontario, and suffered losses in Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island. What is the future for Jagmeet Singh? Losing the official party status is going to be a big blow for NDP. It means a cut in funding and research support. The party will get less speaking time in the House of Commons. NDP will have lesser representation in key committees, which is crucial for building influence. Singh could not convert some of his policy victories as the junior partner of the Trudeau government into votes. His support for Khalistani separtaist movement in Canada impacted his image as a progressive leader. The party will now have to go back to the working class and progressive constituency it has lost, particularly in British Columbia and Ontario. There is some hope that, with Singh gone from the limelight, India and Canada can improve their relationship. But it is far too early to predict that Singh is done and dusted as a leader. in his concession speech, Singh hinted at the NDP rising up again, using the Sikh concept of “Chardi Kala” (rising spirits). In no other time in Canadian political history did the Khalistan movement become such a key issue as during Singh's tenure as NDP chief. By now, that movement has gained momentum. It would take some effort from Indian policymakers to change their course in Canada. While Singh's exit, for now, as the NDP leader is the 'end of an era moment' for the party, his presence will be crucial for its rebuilding. To that extent, it is too early to write his political obituary.

Jagmeet Singh's political obituary is being written, but the Khalistan movement he supported thrives in Canada

Justin Trudeau is the past and Canadians have rejected Jagmeet Singh: Does this mean that Canada under the new Prime Minister Mark Carney would finally take action against the Khalistani elements in its soil?
Jagmeet Singh, the pro-Khalistan leader of Canada&rsquo;s New Democratic Party (NDP), suffered a humiliating defeat in the recently concluded federal elections, losing his own seat, Burnaby Central. His party failed to win the minimum required 12 seats to retain national party status in parliament. NDP which had 24 seats, could win only seven.
Trudeau resigned back in January 2025 amid a crisis within his party and declining public support. His Liberal Party believed that he would threaten the party&rsquo;s chances in the next election. Trudeau&rsquo;s approval ratings had fallen to historic lows by late 2024, with some polls showing Liberal support at just 16%. Trudeau&rsquo;s government faced significant criticism over high living costs, housing affordability, and immigration. Pressure mounted on him after Liberal Party's key ally Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned in December 2024.
Mark Carney was chosen as a Liberal leader after Trudeau stepped down and he is now the reason why Liberals are back to power in Canada. Time and again, Carney highlighted that he is different from his predecessor - that he will deal with Washington firmly and will put the economy on track. With respect to ties with India, Carney has said that "it&rsquo;s an incredibly important relationship...on many levels." As he hints at resetting Indo-Canadian relations, what New Delhi cares about is how his administration will deal with the Khalistani extremism?
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<h2>India, Khalistani terrorism and Trudeau</h2>
India has maintained that Khalistanis use Canadian soil for plotting anti-India activities. The India-Canada relations reached the lowest in 2023 after the Trudeau government implicated "Indian agents" in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar - a designated Khalistani terrorist in India. India condemned the accusations as baseless. In October 2024, tensions escalated further when Canada expelled six Indian diplomats. The fallout led both nations to expel top envoys, freeze trade negotiations, and suspend official visits, with New Delhi accusing Ottawa of tolerating extremism and shielding Khalistanis.&nbsp;
Mark Carney's predecessor Trudeau seemed to have defended the Khalistanis during his tenure in the name of "freedom of expression." During Trudeau&rsquo;s 2018 state visit to India, Jaspal Atwal, a convicted Khalistani terrorist, was invited to a Canadian diplomatic event. Trudeau&rsquo;s office later claimed it was a mistake.&nbsp;In 2023. Trudeau in Parliament referred to Hardeep Singh Nijjar&rsquo;s killing, and had said that &ldquo;Canadian security agencies have been actively pursuing credible allegations of a potential link between agents of the Government of India and the killing of a Canadian citizen.&rdquo; In November 2024, he said that "freedom of expression" allows people to peacefully advocate for political causes, adding that Canada does not support violence or extremism. Between 2020-2024, he had said "Canada will always defend freedom of expression, freedom of conscience, and peaceful protest&rdquo; a number of times.
Political compulsions may have driven Trudeau's motive as Jagmeet Singh was his kingmaker - even India's Foreign Minister&nbsp;S Jaishankar had pointd this out in an interview last year. In both the 2019 and 2021 elections, Trudeau's Liberals won the most seats but not a majority in Parliament. Trudeau&rsquo;s government remained in power largely due to Jagmeet Singh&rsquo;s support. Without the NDP, the Liberals would have faced a likely vote of no confidence and possibly lost power. The partnership was politically strategic but also controversial.
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<h2>What do numbers say about the Khalistani question?</h2>
Now, the Liberal Party has won 169 seats in the recent elections and are just three short of the majority mark in Canada&rsquo;s 343-seat House of Commons. Pierre Poilievre&rsquo;s Conservative party followed closely with 144 seats. The Bloc Qu&eacute;b&eacute;cois won 22 seats and finished third in the election race. The Green Party held onto a single seat and the NDP won seven. Thus, Carney will also run a minority government and the Liberals will need the support of an opposition party to pass legislation and survive no-confidence votes in parliament.&nbsp;The left-leaning New Democratic Party (NDP) appears poised to play that role. However, after its poll-drubbing, it may not have the same sway in the Liberals-led government that it had during Trudeau's tenure. Moreover,&nbsp;Jagmeet Singh has resigned as NDP's head.
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While Carney has not directly addressed the Khalistani question yet and has restrained from directly addressing the killing of pro-Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey, British Columbia, on June 18, 2023, he has acknowledged the "strains" and highlighted "mutual respect" to go forward with it - &ldquo;There are strains on that relationship that we didn&rsquo;t cause, to be clear, but there is a path forward to address those with mutual respect and to build out," he said.
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Justin Trudeau is the past and Canadians have rejected Jagmeet Singh: Does this mean that Canada under the new Prime Minister Mark Carney would finally take action against the Khalistani elements in its soil?

Justin Trudeau is the past and Canadians have rejected Jagmeet Singh: Does this mean that Canada under the new Prime Minister Mark Carney would finally take action against the Khalistani elements in its soil? Jagmeet Singh, the pro-Khalistan leader of Canada’s New Democratic Party (NDP), suffered a humiliating defeat in the recently concluded federal elections, losing his own seat, Burnaby Central. His party failed to win the minimum required 12 seats to retain national party status in parliament. NDP which had 24 seats, could win only seven. Trudeau resigned back in January 2025 amid a crisis within his party and declining public support. His Liberal Party believed that he would threaten the party’s chances in the next election. Trudeau’s approval ratings had fallen to historic lows by late 2024, with some polls showing Liberal support at just 16%. Trudeau’s government faced significant criticism over high living costs, housing affordability, and immigration. Pressure mounted on him after Liberal Party's key ally Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned in December 2024. Mark Carney was chosen as a Liberal leader after Trudeau stepped down and he is now the reason why Liberals are back to power in Canada. Time and again, Carney highlighted that he is different from his predecessor - that he will deal with Washington firmly and will put the economy on track. With respect to ties with India, Carney has said that "it’s an incredibly important relationship...on many levels." As he hints at resetting Indo-Canadian relations, what New Delhi cares about is how his administration will deal with the Khalistani extremism? Read More | Internet cheers drubbing of Canada’s pro-Khalistani leader Jagmeet Singh. Will his loss help ease Delhi-Ottawa ties? India, Khalistani terrorism and Trudeau India has maintained that Khalistanis use Canadian soil for plotting anti-India activities. The India-Canada relations reached the lowest in 2023 after the Trudeau government implicated "Indian agents" in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar - a designated Khalistani terrorist in India. India condemned the accusations as baseless. In October 2024, tensions escalated further when Canada expelled six Indian diplomats. The fallout led both nations to expel top envoys, freeze trade negotiations, and suspend official visits, with New Delhi accusing Ottawa of tolerating extremism and shielding Khalistanis. Mark Carney's predecessor Trudeau seemed to have defended the Khalistanis during his tenure in the name of "freedom of expression." During Trudeau’s 2018 state visit to India, Jaspal Atwal, a convicted Khalistani terrorist, was invited to a Canadian diplomatic event. Trudeau’s office later claimed it was a mistake. In 2023. Trudeau in Parliament referred to Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s killing, and had said that “Canadian security agencies have been actively pursuing credible allegations of a potential link between agents of the Government of India and the killing of a Canadian citizen.” In November 2024, he said that "freedom of expression" allows people to peacefully advocate for political causes, adding that Canada does not support violence or extremism. Between 2020-2024, he had said "Canada will always defend freedom of expression, freedom of conscience, and peaceful protest” a number of times. Political compulsions may have driven Trudeau's motive as Jagmeet Singh was his kingmaker - even India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar had pointd this out in an interview last year. In both the 2019 and 2021 elections, Trudeau's Liberals won the most seats but not a majority in Parliament. Trudeau’s government remained in power largely due to Jagmeet Singh’s support. Without the NDP, the Liberals would have faced a likely vote of no confidence and possibly lost power. The partnership was politically strategic but also controversial. WATCH | Canadian elections: Liberals’ victory has implications for many, including themselves What do numbers say about the Khalistani question? Now, the Liberal Party has won 169 seats in the recent elections and are just three short of the majority mark in Canada’s 343-seat House of Commons. Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative party followed closely with 144 seats. The Bloc Québécois won 22 seats and finished third in the election race. The Green Party held onto a single seat and the NDP won seven. Thus, Carney will also run a minority government and the Liberals will need the support of an opposition party to pass legislation and survive no-confidence votes in parliament. The left-leaning New Democratic Party (NDP) appears poised to play that role. However, after its poll-drubbing, it may not have the same sway in the Liberals-led government that it had during Trudeau's tenure. Moreover, Jagmeet Singh has resigned as NDP's head. Read More | Indo-Canadian MPs hit new high in Canada polls: How many got elected this year? | Full list While Carney has not directly addressed the Khalistani question yet and has restrained from directly addressing the killing of pro-Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey, British Columbia, on June 18, 2023, he has acknowledged the "strains" and highlighted "mutual respect" to go forward with it - “There are strains on that relationship that we didn’t cause, to be clear, but there is a path forward to address those with mutual respect and to build out," he said. Read More | Will India-Canada ties improve under Mark Carney? All controversies during Justin Trudeau's tenure listed

Will pro-Khalistan Jagmeet Singh's poll setback pave way for Canada to take action against Khalistani terrorism?

The elections to the House of Commons, held on 28 April, have produced results close to what the pollsters predicted &ndash; but not quite. At the time of this writing, projections by Elections Canada gave 169 (of 343) seats to the Liberal Party, denying it a clear majority of 172. The Conservatives are projected to win 144 seats, leaving the 22-person Bloc Qu&eacute;b&eacute;cois (BQ) or other MPs to prop up the new government. The previous minority Liberal government received support from the New Democratic Party (NDP), which has been reduced to only seven seats, thus losing its official status. Its leader lost his seat.
<h2>A remarkable reversal</h2>
Nevertheless, the overall outcome has been quite dramatic. Just about four months back, the Liberals trailed the Conservatives by 24 percentage points, with opinion polls showing the leader of the Conservative Party as the next Prime Minister. Then, Canadian politics took a sudden turn, highlighting the contributions of one woman and two men.
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned last December, raising the banner of revolt against the sitting Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau. Her action exposed the deep discontent within the party against his policies. This heralded the intensification of anti-incumbency against Trudeau across the country. Then, on January 20, Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th US president. Soon thereafter, he began berating Canada as a substantial financial burden on the US and urging publicly his desired solution &ndash; the incorporation of Canada as &lsquo;the 51st state of the US&rsquo;. This unleashed a strong wave of Canadian nationalism and anti-Americanism.
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It was the Liberals&rsquo; masterstroke to summon their reserve card, Mark Carney, who was widely seen, given his impressive credentials, as the saviour. Canadians just gave him the opportunity to be PM in his own right. His rival has even lost his bid to be re-elected as a Member of Parliament.
<h2>What the results show</h2>
Compared to the last elections held in 2021, the latest results show that the Liberals and the Conservatives have increased, by 11% and 7.5% respectively, their national vote shares. In contrast, the NDP lost 11.5% of the vote share. Regarding seat share, the Liberals have increased from 43.7% to 49.3%, whereas the Conservatives and the Bloc Qu&eacute;b&eacute;cois have barely moved from 41.3% to 42% and 6.3% to 6.4%, respectively. NDP, on the other hand, has gone down from 6.3% to 2%.
Province-wise, the Liberals have done very well in Ontario and Qu&eacute;bec, winning most seats, as was expected. These two provinces account for 200 of Canada&rsquo;s 343 electoral districts. Alberta and Saskatchewan have gone to the Conservative Party. British Columbia is split between the two main parties.
<h2>Implications for Canada, the US, and others</h2>
Carney, 60, is undoubtedly the Number 1 winner of this election. An outsider to Canadian politics, he ran an effective campaign in the brief time he had, impressing Canadians across the board with his credentials (Harvard, Oxford, and service as head of the central banks in Canada and the UK) as well as the calm and confidence he projected. He tapped into the reservoir of Canadian patriotism and conveyed a clear message to President Trump that Canada is determined to stay an independent nation and would not be bullied. Declaring victory at the polls, Carney announced that the days of &ldquo;close integration&rdquo; between Canada and the US were over. He plans to devise and negotiate a new defence and economic relationship with the US.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indo-canadian-mps-hit-new-high-in-canada-polls-sukh-dhaliwal-anita-anand-9015726">Indo-Canadian MPs hit new high in Canada polls: How many got elected this year? | Full list</a>
However, what is also important is that Carney is fully aware that Canada faces serious challenges that go beyond the US relationship. Like all politicians fighting elections, he has made all kinds of promises. Still, observers believe he may focus on delivering on several of them, such as doubling home-building rates, cutting taxes to ease the cost of living, building a national electricity grid, ensuring a massive hike in defence spending, and boosting domestic trade and the auto sector. In other words, he will concentrate on ensuring a better and fairer management of the economy, an area where his predecessor failed dismally.
Carney faces a Herculean task at a time when Canada&rsquo;s internal divisions have been laid bare, and when he has not succeeded in getting a clear majority in the House of Commons, &ldquo;I intend to govern for all Canadians,&rdquo; he said. His ability to rise above divisiveness and consolidate national unity in tackling the US and other weighty problems will determine the degree of success he achieves in his mission.
Will the US president deal with PM Carney differently from how he dealt with Trudeau? Mr Trump may not give up his dream of Canada as a part of the US. Still, political realities may compel him to change his course and agree to rebuild the relationship by negotiating new arrangements involving tariffs, immigration, and other contentious issues. Once political signals are given, it should be possible for officials to work out a deal. But much depends on Ottawa taking a strong united line vis-&agrave;-vis an assertive Washington. A provinces-led approach would not do.
Under Trudeau, Canadian foreign policy lost a sizable chunk of its shine. The new government has much work to do in rebuilding ties with the UK, EU, Japan, and major Asian players. Carney began this exercise soon after taking over as PM in March 2025. He needs to focus on it without delay because his government will host the next G7 summit in June. This will be a critical meeting of the highest grouping of the world&rsquo;s most advanced economies. Assuming Mr Trump attends it, both experts and the public at large will watch closely to see if the G7 can still function as a cohesive group, coping with Washington&rsquo;s &lsquo;America First&rsquo; approach.
<h2>From the Indian lens</h2>
To New Delhi, Carney&rsquo;s victory is a welcome development. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has already transmitted his congratulations through X. He wrote:
&ldquo;Congratulations @MarkJCarney on your election as the Prime Minister of Canada and to the Liberal Party on their victory. India and Canada are bound by shared democratic values, a steadfast commitment to the rule of law, and vibrant people-to-people ties. I look forward to working with you to strengthen our partnership and unlock greater opportunities for our people.&rdquo;
Deterioration in India-Canada relations in recent times came about due to the actions of the previous Canadian Prime Minister and his party&rsquo;s approach to the question of international terrorism. The party leadership and the new Prime Minister need some introspection and must devise a new realistic approach that is in line with global thinking, especially in the post-Pahalgam period. Once this is done and Ottawa takes appropriate initiatives, India may respond positively.
After all, both countries have solid interests in nurturing and expanding cooperation in diverse domains of diplomacy, defense, trade, technology, education, human resources, culture, innovation, and Diaspora. Indians of all hues in Canada represent 3% of the local population. They would certainly hope that better days return for this multi-dimensional relationship.
An indication to judge if the relationship evolves positively will be this: will PM Carney invite PM Modi as a special guest to the outreach session of the forthcoming G7 Summit? We shall discover the answer soon.
Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.

It was the Liberals’ masterstroke to summon their reserve card, Mark Carney, who was widely seen, given his impressive credentials, as the saviour. World | Opinions & Blogs

The elections to the House of Commons, held on 28 April, have produced results close to what the pollsters predicted – but not quite. At the time of this writing, projections by Elections Canada gave 169 (of 343) seats to the Liberal Party, denying it a clear majority of 172. The Conservatives are projected to win 144 seats, leaving the 22-person Bloc Québécois (BQ) or other MPs to prop up the new government. The previous minority Liberal government received support from the New Democratic Party (NDP), which has been reduced to only seven seats, thus losing its official status. Its leader lost his seat. A remarkable reversal Nevertheless, the overall outcome has been quite dramatic. Just about four months back, the Liberals trailed the Conservatives by 24 percentage points, with opinion polls showing the leader of the Conservative Party as the next Prime Minister. Then, Canadian politics took a sudden turn, highlighting the contributions of one woman and two men. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned last December, raising the banner of revolt against the sitting Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau. Her action exposed the deep discontent within the party against his policies. This heralded the intensification of anti-incumbency against Trudeau across the country. Then, on January 20, Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th US president. Soon thereafter, he began berating Canada as a substantial financial burden on the US and urging publicly his desired solution – the incorporation of Canada as ‘the 51st state of the US’. This unleashed a strong wave of Canadian nationalism and anti-Americanism. Also read | ‘A new path forward’: Carney’s Liberals secure victory in Canada elections amid Trump’s looming threats It was the Liberals’ masterstroke to summon their reserve card, Mark Carney, who was widely seen, given his impressive credentials, as the saviour. Canadians just gave him the opportunity to be PM in his own right. His rival has even lost his bid to be re-elected as a Member of Parliament. What the results show Compared to the last elections held in 2021, the latest results show that the Liberals and the Conservatives have increased, by 11% and 7.5% respectively, their national vote shares. In contrast, the NDP lost 11.5% of the vote share. Regarding seat share, the Liberals have increased from 43.7% to 49.3%, whereas the Conservatives and the Bloc Québécois have barely moved from 41.3% to 42% and 6.3% to 6.4%, respectively. NDP, on the other hand, has gone down from 6.3% to 2%. Province-wise, the Liberals have done very well in Ontario and Québec, winning most seats, as was expected. These two provinces account for 200 of Canada’s 343 electoral districts. Alberta and Saskatchewan have gone to the Conservative Party. British Columbia is split between the two main parties. Implications for Canada, the US, and others Carney, 60, is undoubtedly the Number 1 winner of this election. An outsider to Canadian politics, he ran an effective campaign in the brief time he had, impressing Canadians across the board with his credentials (Harvard, Oxford, and service as head of the central banks in Canada and the UK) as well as the calm and confidence he projected. He tapped into the reservoir of Canadian patriotism and conveyed a clear message to President Trump that Canada is determined to stay an independent nation and would not be bullied. Declaring victory at the polls, Carney announced that the days of “close integration” between Canada and the US were over. He plans to devise and negotiate a new defence and economic relationship with the US. Also read | Indo-Canadian MPs hit new high in Canada polls: How many got elected this year? | Full list However, what is also important is that Carney is fully aware that Canada faces serious challenges that go beyond the US relationship. Like all politicians fighting elections, he has made all kinds of promises. Still, observers believe he may focus on delivering on several of them, such as doubling home-building rates, cutting taxes to ease the cost of living, building a national electricity grid, ensuring a massive hike in defence spending, and boosting domestic trade and the auto sector. In other words, he will concentrate on ensuring a better and fairer management of the economy, an area where his predecessor failed dismally. Carney faces a Herculean task at a time when Canada’s internal divisions have been laid bare, and when he has not succeeded in getting a clear majority in the House of Commons, “I intend to govern for all Canadians,” he said. His ability to rise above divisiveness and consolidate national unity in tackling the US and other weighty problems will determine the degree of success he achieves in his mission. Will the US president deal with PM Carney differently from how he dealt with Trudeau? Mr Trump may not give up his dream of Canada as a part of the US. Still, political realities may compel him to change his course and agree to rebuild the relationship by negotiating new arrangements involving tariffs, immigration, and other contentious issues. Once political signals are given, it should be possible for officials to work out a deal. But much depends on Ottawa taking a strong united line vis-à-vis an assertive Washington. A provinces-led approach would not do. Under Trudeau, Canadian foreign policy lost a sizable chunk of its shine. The new government has much work to do in rebuilding ties with the UK, EU, Japan, and major Asian players. Carney began this exercise soon after taking over as PM in March 2025. He needs to focus on it without delay because his government will host the next G7 summit in June. This will be a critical meeting of the highest grouping of the world’s most advanced economies. Assuming Mr Trump attends it, both experts and the public at large will watch closely to see if the G7 can still function as a cohesive group, coping with Washington’s ‘America First’ approach. From the Indian lens To New Delhi, Carney’s victory is a welcome development. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has already transmitted his congratulations through X. He wrote: “Congratulations @MarkJCarney on your election as the Prime Minister of Canada and to the Liberal Party on their victory. India and Canada are bound by shared democratic values, a steadfast commitment to the rule of law, and vibrant people-to-people ties. I look forward to working with you to strengthen our partnership and unlock greater opportunities for our people.” Deterioration in India-Canada relations in recent times came about due to the actions of the previous Canadian Prime Minister and his party’s approach to the question of international terrorism. The party leadership and the new Prime Minister need some introspection and must devise a new realistic approach that is in line with global thinking, especially in the post-Pahalgam period. Once this is done and Ottawa takes appropriate initiatives, India may respond positively. After all, both countries have solid interests in nurturing and expanding cooperation in diverse domains of diplomacy, defense, trade, technology, education, human resources, culture, innovation, and Diaspora. Indians of all hues in Canada represent 3% of the local population. They would certainly hope that better days return for this multi-dimensional relationship. An indication to judge if the relationship evolves positively will be this: will PM Carney invite PM Modi as a special guest to the outreach session of the forthcoming G7 Summit? We shall discover the answer soon. Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.

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Canada's Liberal Party, led by Mark Carney, wins a new term in power. However, the election takes a dramatic turn with Donald Trump's comments on Canada, calling it the '51st state'. Watch this report for more information!

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US President Trump congratulates Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on his election win, agreeing to meet and work together despite tensions over tariffs and trade policies. Watch this report for more information!

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Indian-origin politicians, especially those with roots in Punjab, have made a notable impact in Canada&rsquo;s newly elected Parliament. Out of around 75 candidates of Indian descent who contested the election, 24 have either won or are on track to win, a slight rise from the 21 seats secured in the 2021 federal vote.
<h2>Sukh Dhaliwal wins sixth term</h2>
Leading the pack is veteran Liberal MP Sukh Dhaliwal from Surrey-Newton, who has been elected for the sixth time. Originally from Punjab, the 65-year-old engineer-turned-land surveyor was first elected in 2006 and has held the Surrey&ndash;Newton seat since 2011.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-canada-bound-by-shared-democratic-values-pm-modi-congratulates-mark-carney-on-election-win-9014993" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'India, Canada bound by shared democratic values'; PM Modi congratulates Mark Carney on election win</a>
<h2>Anita Anand</h2>
Anita Anand of the Liberal Party held on to her Oakville East seat, taking 50.7% of the vote. She defeated Conservative Ron Chhinzer, who got 45.1%, and now enters her third consecutive term in Ottawa.
<h2>Shuv Majumdar</h2>
On the Conservative side, Shuv Majumdar claimed the Calgary Heritage riding with a landslide win. He secured 61.7% of votes, leaving Liberal rival Scott Arnott far behind at 34.4%.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mark-carney-wins-big-in-canada-thanks-to-trumps-interference-did-his-51st-state-talk-hand-the-liberals-election-win-9014692" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mark Carney wins Big in Canada, thanks to Trump&rsquo;s interference: Did his &lsquo;51st State&rsquo; talk hand the Liberals election win?</a>
<h2>Randeep Sarai</h2>
In Surrey Centre, lawyer and entrepreneur Randeep Sarai retained his seat. Sarai has served as MP since 2015 and continues to represent a constituency with a large South Asian population.
<h2>Parm Bains</h2>
Parm Bains, also of the Liberal Party, won again in Steveston&ndash;Richmond East. A former media professional and lecturer, Bains has now secured his second term.
<h2>Gurbux Saini</h2>
First-time MP Gurbux Saini, representing Fleetwood&ndash;Port Kells, stood out with a personal story of grit. Having migrated from Punjab in 1970 with just $8, Saini rose from working in a lumber mill to becoming a plant manager and city councillor.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/internet-cheers-drubbing-of-canadas-pro-khalistani-leader-jagmeet-singh-will-his-loss-help-ease-delhi-ottawa-ties-9014763" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Internet cheers drubbing of Canada&rsquo;s pro-Khalistani leader Jagmeet Singh. Will his loss help ease Delhi-Ottawa ties?</a>
<h2>Sukhman Singh Gill</h2>
At just 25, Conservative Sukhman Singh Gill is likely to be the youngest MP in Parliament. Raised on a farm near Abbotsford, Gill beat Independent candidate Mike De Jong. His family hails from Bukanwala village in Punjab.
<h2>Jasraj Singh Hallan</h2>
Indian-origin candidates performed especially well in Alberta. Jasraj Singh Hallan retained his Calgary East seat for the Conservatives. Born in Dubai to Indian parents, Hallan has been in Parliament since 2019.
<h2>Dalwinder Gill</h2>
Dalwinder Gill won Calgary McKnight, beating Liberal candidate George Chahal. A real estate agent for 21 years, Gill credited his social media outreach for the win.
<h2>Amanpreet Singh Gill</h2>
Another Conservative win came from Amanpreet Singh Gill in Calgary Skyview. A businessman and gurdwara manager, he triumphed despite past controversy linked to a temple dispute.
Watch:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/canada-elections-pro-khalistani-leader-jagmeet-singh-defeated-carney-wins-polls-9015747" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Canada Elections: Pro-khalistani Leader Jagmeet Singh Defeated, Carney Wins Polls</a>
<h2>Tim Uppal</h2>
Veteran MP Tim Uppal kept his seat in Edmonton Mill Woods. First elected in 2008, Uppal has held ministerial roles including Minister of State for Democratic Reform.
<h2>Anju Dhillon</h2>
In Quebec, Anju Dhillon of the Liberal Party continued her winning streak. Elected in 2015, she was the first South Asian woman MP from the province and has served as Parliamentary Secretary for the Status of Women.
<h2>Ruby Sahota</h2>
Ontario saw several victories for Indian-origin candidates. Ruby Sahota (Liberal, Brampton North), a former minister and lawyer, secured another term. Iqwinder Gaheer, a Harvard-educated lawyer and one of the youngest MPs in 2021, held on to his Mississauga&ndash;Malton seat.
<h2>Maninder Sidhu</h2>
Entrepreneur Maninder Sidhu won re-election in Brampton East, having first entered Parliament in 2019. Sonia Sidhu, representing Brampton South, also retained her position. A former diabetes educator, she has consistently worked on women&rsquo;s health and rights.
<h2>Parm Gill </h2>
Former provincial minister Parm Gill won the Milton East&ndash;Halton Hills South seat as a Conservative. Bardish Chagger, a former federal cabinet minister, kept her seat in Waterloo.
This year&rsquo;s election has brought in 10 new Indo-Canadian MPs.

Out of around 75 candidates of Indian descent who contested the election, 24 have either won or are on track to win, a slight rise from the 21 seats secured in the 2021 federal vote. World India news

Indian-origin politicians, especially those with roots in Punjab, have made a notable impact in Canada’s newly elected Parliament. Out of around 75 candidates of Indian descent who contested the election, 24 have either won or are on track to win, a slight rise from the 21 seats secured in the 2021 federal vote. Sukh Dhaliwal wins sixth term Leading the pack is veteran Liberal MP Sukh Dhaliwal from Surrey-Newton, who has been elected for the sixth time. Originally from Punjab, the 65-year-old engineer-turned-land surveyor was first elected in 2006 and has held the Surrey–Newton seat since 2011. Also read: 'India, Canada bound by shared democratic values'; PM Modi congratulates Mark Carney on election win Anita Anand Anita Anand of the Liberal Party held on to her Oakville East seat, taking 50.7% of the vote. She defeated Conservative Ron Chhinzer, who got 45.1%, and now enters her third consecutive term in Ottawa. Shuv Majumdar On the Conservative side, Shuv Majumdar claimed the Calgary Heritage riding with a landslide win. He secured 61.7% of votes, leaving Liberal rival Scott Arnott far behind at 34.4%. Also read: Mark Carney wins Big in Canada, thanks to Trump’s interference: Did his ‘51st State’ talk hand the Liberals election win? Randeep Sarai In Surrey Centre, lawyer and entrepreneur Randeep Sarai retained his seat. Sarai has served as MP since 2015 and continues to represent a constituency with a large South Asian population. Parm Bains Parm Bains, also of the Liberal Party, won again in Steveston–Richmond East. A former media professional and lecturer, Bains has now secured his second term. Gurbux Saini First-time MP Gurbux Saini, representing Fleetwood–Port Kells, stood out with a personal story of grit. Having migrated from Punjab in 1970 with just $8, Saini rose from working in a lumber mill to becoming a plant manager and city councillor. Also read: Internet cheers drubbing of Canada’s pro-Khalistani leader Jagmeet Singh. Will his loss help ease Delhi-Ottawa ties? Sukhman Singh Gill At just 25, Conservative Sukhman Singh Gill is likely to be the youngest MP in Parliament. Raised on a farm near Abbotsford, Gill beat Independent candidate Mike De Jong. His family hails from Bukanwala village in Punjab. Jasraj Singh Hallan Indian-origin candidates performed especially well in Alberta. Jasraj Singh Hallan retained his Calgary East seat for the Conservatives. Born in Dubai to Indian parents, Hallan has been in Parliament since 2019. Dalwinder Gill Dalwinder Gill won Calgary McKnight, beating Liberal candidate George Chahal. A real estate agent for 21 years, Gill credited his social media outreach for the win. Amanpreet Singh Gill Another Conservative win came from Amanpreet Singh Gill in Calgary Skyview. A businessman and gurdwara manager, he triumphed despite past controversy linked to a temple dispute. Watch: Canada Elections: Pro-khalistani Leader Jagmeet Singh Defeated, Carney Wins Polls Tim Uppal Veteran MP Tim Uppal kept his seat in Edmonton Mill Woods. First elected in 2008, Uppal has held ministerial roles including Minister of State for Democratic Reform. Anju Dhillon In Quebec, Anju Dhillon of the Liberal Party continued her winning streak. Elected in 2015, she was the first South Asian woman MP from the province and has served as Parliamentary Secretary for the Status of Women. Ruby Sahota Ontario saw several victories for Indian-origin candidates. Ruby Sahota (Liberal, Brampton North), a former minister and lawyer, secured another term. Iqwinder Gaheer, a Harvard-educated lawyer and one of the youngest MPs in 2021, held on to his Mississauga–Malton seat. Maninder Sidhu Entrepreneur Maninder Sidhu won re-election in Brampton East, having first entered Parliament in 2019. Sonia Sidhu, representing Brampton South, also retained her position. A former diabetes educator, she has consistently worked on women’s health and rights. Parm Gill Former provincial minister Parm Gill won the Milton East–Halton Hills South seat as a Conservative. Bardish Chagger, a former federal cabinet minister, kept her seat in Waterloo. This year’s election has brought in 10 new Indo-Canadian MPs.

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