Europe and Canada are 'strong, even stronger together', Carney tells European Parliament

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the European Parliament on Thursday, welcoming the ambition for Canada to become an EU associate member.

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  • Reported by France 24 and published Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:52:27 UTC.

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