PM Carney Meets Italian, EU, Ukrainian Leaders in Rome

Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Rome attending the inaugural Mass of Pope Leo XIV and meeting with several world leaders to strengthen international ties. He met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and President Sergio Mattarella, discussing enhanced cooperation in trade, energy, investment, research, and support for Ukraine. Carney also met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, affirming Canada's steadfast support for Ukraine's sovereignty and calling for increased pressure on Russia to achieve a ceasefire. Additionally, Carney engaged with European Union President Ursula von der Leyen on partnerships involving artificial intelligence, clean energy, and minerals. Further meetings with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and other G7 leaders are expected as Canada prepares to host the G7 summit in June. These diplomatic efforts highlight Canada's commitment to global cooperation on security, economic resilience, and peace.