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Canadian PM Mark Carney discusses talks with the EU, overdependence on the US and how to deal with Donald Trump in a DW interview.

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Briefings

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed Canada is pursuing closer ties with the EU to diversify partnerships beyond the US, despite German opposition. He proposed the term 'associate membership' as a preferred alternative to full membership, though the specific mechanism for this relationship remains undefined.

Key points

• Prime Minister Mark Carney stated Canada seeks closer EU ties to 'diversify and deepen' partnerships beyond the Americas.
• Carney favored the term 'associate membership' over full membership despite German pushback.

Context

This finding addresses Canada's strategic shift toward European integration, specifically regarding trade and security cooperation, as the EU seeks to reduce reliance on US influence.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to Carney's interview statement; specific details on the 'associate membership' structure, implementation timeline, and German pushback details are not provided.

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