Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada is exploring a “unique alliance” with the European Union, while ruling out full EU membership.⁣ ⁣ Carney said Canada and the EU share common values and priorities and could be “stronger together” as global tensions increase.⁣ ⁣ The Wall Street Journal reported that Canada is considering an “associate member” status with the bloc, potentially allowing closer cooperation on trade, energy, AI, defense and critical minerals.⁣ ⁣ The move comes as Canada’s trade tensions with the United States continue to escalate.⁣ ⁣ #Canada #EU #MarkCarney #Europe #Trade #Geopolitics