EU chief backs plan for Canada to become 'associate member'

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Canada is seeking closer ties with EU after a breakdown in relations with the US and its president Donald Trump.

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  • Reported by BBC News and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:59:53 UTC.

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  1. EU chief calls for creation of ‘European Security Council’, backs partnership with Canada

  2. European Union opens door for Canada to become first associate member

  3. Ursula von der Leyen: EU chief pitches 'associate member' status for Canada

  4. EU's Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become an associate member

  5. Canada invited to become EU’s first ‘associate member’ as Trump trade war intensifies

  6. EU chief backs plan for Canada to become 'associate member'

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