In a significant shift in Canada’s foreign policy, Prime Minister Mark Carney declared on Thursday that the longstanding relationship with the United States, rooted in economic integration and military cooperation, is now “over.” Carney, who took office on March 14, emphasized that the evolving dynamics with the US mark a new era in Canadian foreign policy.
During a meeting with a cabinet committee focused on Canada-US relations, Carney stated, “The old relationship we had with the United States, based on deepening integration of our economies and tight security and military cooperation, is over.” He acknowledged the uncertainty regarding the US’s next steps but stressed that Canadians now have greater agency and power in shaping their future. “We are masters in our own home,” he declared.
Carney also indicated that he expects to engage in talks with US President Donald Trump in the coming days, though he did not suggest any imminent resolution to the ongoing tariff war between the two countries.
The Canadian Prime Minister made it clear that the US is no longer seen as a reliable partner. While he left open the possibility for restoring some trust through negotiations, Carney suggested that the relationship would never return to its former state. "There will be no turning back," he said. "The next government and all that follow will have a fundamentally different relationship with the United States."
Carney’s remarks signal a decisive break from traditional Canada-US ties and reflect growing tensions between the two nations.
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