Canada PM Carney Holds Productive Call with US President Trump on Trade, Security

Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump had a productive and wide-ranging phone conversation addressing current trade challenges, opportunities, and the potential for a new economic and security relationship between Canada and the United States. They discussed building on President Trump's leadership to support long-term peace and security for Ukraine and Europe, highlighting ongoing efforts to secure alliances in response to the conflict involving Russia. This dialogue follows recent tensions, including Trump's decision to increase tariffs on certain Canadian goods due to concerns over illicit drug trafficking. Both leaders agreed to continue discussions soon, though no specific timeline was announced. The conversation marks the first direct contact between the two leaders since the previous failure to reach a trade agreement earlier in the month. Overall, the call aimed to explore shared priorities and strengthen bilateral cooperation despite recent trade disputes.