The Prime Minister and Canada’s new administration are concentrating on essential current priorities: generating higher-wage employment, forging new trade connections with trustworthy partners, and enhancing security throughout Canada.
In alignment with these goals, the Prime Minister has announced a trip to Paris, France; London, UK; and Iqaluit, Nunavut from March 16 to 18, 2025. This journey aims to reinforce our significant economic and security alliances while affirming Canada’s sovereignty in the Arctic region.
During his stop in Paris, Prime Minister Carney is scheduled to engage with French President Emmanuel Macron. Building upon the foundation of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), they will discuss their mutual commitment to strengthening economic relations as well as defense collaborations. Furthermore, Prime Minister Carney intends to highlight Canada’s efforts in safely harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) for innovation and economic growth.
Next on his agenda is London where he will meet UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Their conversations will emphasize enhancing transatlantic security while expanding opportunities within the AI industry alongside bolstering trade links between Canada and the United Kingdom. They aim to explore potential avenues for enriching bilateral commerce through frameworks such as the Canada-UK Trade Continuity Agreement and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Additionally, an audience with His Majesty King Charles III is planned during this visit.
On March 18th, Prime Minister Carney will head towards Iqaluit in Nunavut to reaffirm Canada’s stance on Arctic sovereignty. He plans discussions with members of the Iqaluit Patrol from 1 Canadian Rangers Patrol Group — a crucial entity for ensuring stability in this pivotal area.
Furthermore, he will have talks with Nunavut’s Premier P.J. Akeeagok regarding pressing needs within Arctic communities while underscoring governmental support aimed at fostering economic development across Northern regions. The emphasis remains on reinforcing sovereignty and securing progress towards reconciliation efforts involving First Nations peoples across Canada.
Statement
“Canada’s foundation rests upon a veritable tapestry of cultures—Indigenous peoples alongside French and British influences,” stated the Prime Minister. “This trip aims not only at fortifying our ties in trade and defense with our most steadfast allies but also at enhancing our commitment toward safeguarding Arctic sovereignty while unlocking its immense economic capabilities.”
Key Highlights
- This marks PM Carney’s inaugural overseas visit since assuming office.
- The United Kingdom and France serve as pivotal allies for Canada within global governance structures—including NATO memberships as well as participation in G7 & G20 meetings—and are permanent representatives within UN Security discussions.
- A notable trading relationship exists between Canada
and France where it stood as Canada’s third-largest EU merchandise partner by 2024—a total merchandise exchange worth $14.2 billion increased significantly since CETA initiated provisional application back in 2017 revealing over a 60% boost post-implementation years later! - This historic partnership extends further into shared monarchic ties under His Majesty King Charles III amongst two long-standing parliamentary democracies globally recognized.’ Notably means also having strong Anglo-Canadian commerce partnerships valued at around CAD $61 billion through favored exports fostered largely by SMEs!
- The CPTPP marked a milestone July last year when entry avenues had prevailed paving ways towards utmost inclusivity allowing UK’s +12 member recognition whilst advocating cohesive agreements moving forward dominantly shaping emerging economies linked inherently together establishing cultural amalgamations …
- The vast Canadian Arctic encapsulates around forty percent of national territory housing profound historical significance particularly resonating among Indigenous populations residing there who have cultivated heritages deeply intertwined throughout generations inspiring present-day foundations onwards!’”
