Carney says he will travel to Germany next week to deepen ties
Prime Minister Carney to Strengthen Economic and Security Ties with Germany
Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to embark on a trip to Europe with the aim of deepening economic and security cooperation with Germany.
Meeting with German Chancellor Merz
Carney announced that he will be meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin on Tuesday to discuss ways to enhance the partnership between Canada and Germany. He expressed confidence in the potential for growth in the relationship under the leadership of Chancellor Merz.
Building on Previous Discussions
Carney noted that the upcoming meeting with Chancellor Merz builds on previous discussions held in Rome and at the G7 summit in Alberta earlier this year. The focus will be on expanding opportunities under the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between Canada and the European Union.
Key Ministers to Accompany Carney
Joining Prime Minister Carney on the trip will be Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson, Defence Minister David McGuinty, and Industry Minister Mélanie Joly. The delegation will engage in intensive discussions with German officials on a wide range of topics including critical minerals, energy, defence, and security.
Agenda for the Meeting
The German government has announced that discussions between Carney and Chancellor Merz will focus on current foreign and economic policy issues. The meeting comes at a critical time as efforts to broker peace in Ukraine intensify following a recent escalation in the conflict.
Support for Ukraine
Prime Minister Carney has been actively involved in virtual meetings with the “coalition of the willing,” a group of nations that includes Canada and Germany, aimed at supporting Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. The recent increase in hostilities underscores the importance of international cooperation in addressing the crisis.
The upcoming trip to Germany marks a significant step towards strengthening ties between Canada and one of its key European partners. The discussions are expected to pave the way for enhanced cooperation in various sectors that will benefit both countries.
