Canada to fast track oil pipeline meant to diversify economy away from US
Carney declared the pipeline a project of national interest, smoothening its way to a single federal regulatory review.
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Canadians warm to EU ‘associate membership’ proposal
From work and study to trade, Canadians see new possibilities in closer ties with the European Union.
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Why does Canada want to join the Europe-led JEF military partnership?
This is the latest step in Canada’s bid to move closer to Europe amid bitter trade war with the US.
US approves $414M uranium investment in Niger, two years after troops left
Uranium project investment could mark a turning point in US-Niger and US-Canada relations.
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Canada’s prime minister outlines plans for stronger ties with the EU.
Published On 17 Sep 2026
Canada’s Carney welcomes EU’s associated membership proposal
In address to European parliament, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney listed areas where he wants to boost cooperation.
UK’s Burnham, Canada’s Carney discuss AI risks, defence cooperation
UK and Canada explore AI risks, defence cooperation and joint initiatives during a bilateral meeting in Liverpool.
Trump says Canada becoming EU ‘associate member’ could be ‘hostile act’
The US president threatened heavy tariffs and said the US could cut some trade with Europe over the proposed status.
US removes Venezuela from drug list, Trump says
Trump says the country has made progress against narcotics since Maduro’s removal, may also remove Colombia and Bolivia.
EU chief von der Leyen proposes ‘associate member’ status for Canada
Prime Minister Mark Carney said earlier this week that Canada was seeking a ‘unique alliance’ with the European Union.
Canada, the UK and Australia should investigate the WCK attack in Gaza
Israel has made clear it is unwilling to hold to account those responsible for the deaths of seven humanitarian workers.
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