Canada, UK Seek Palestine Recognition, Aid Coordination Gaza

On July 29, 2025, Prime Minister Mark Carney held key discussions with international leaders regarding pressing global issues. In talks with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, both emphasized the urgent humanitarian crisis in Gaza, agreeing on the necessity of an immediate ceasefire, the release of hostages by Hamas, and that Hamas must not govern a future Palestinian state; the UK also announced a potential recognition of a Palestinian state at the upcoming UN General Assembly unless Israel changes course. They committed to collaborative efforts to provide substantial humanitarian aid to Gaza and to work towards lasting peace and stability in the Middle East. Separately, Prime Minister Carney spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, condemning recent Russian attacks, reaffirming Canada's financial and military support for Ukraine, and stressing the importance of anti-corruption measures amid ongoing conflict. Additionally, Carney engaged with Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong to bolster economic cooperation, focusing on trade, investment, and progress toward a Canada-ASEAN free trade agreement in the face of global economic uncertainties.