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

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What happened

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 12:36:51 UTC.

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

  2. EU chief pitches 'associate member' status for Canada

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

  4. EU chief von der Leyen proposes ‘associate member’ status for Canada

  5. European Union invites Canada to become first ever ‘associate member’

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

  7. EU opens door for Canada to become first 'associate member'

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