Carney, Trump Confirm Plans for In-Person Meeting

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump have agreed to meet in person soon following Carney's recent election victory, with both leaders emphasizing the importance of working together as independent, sovereign nations. The election campaign and subsequent discussions have been shaped by concerns over U.S. trade tariffs and comments from Trump seen as challenging Canadian sovereignty. Carney, who succeeded Justin Trudeau, faces the challenge of leading a minority government and will likely need support from other parties to address economic and security issues, particularly those stemming from U.S.-Canada relations. The leaders' upcoming talks are expected to focus on resetting economic and defense ties, with bipartisan Canadian support for initiatives to assist industries impacted by U.S. tariffs. Trump has signaled some willingness to relax certain tariffs, while Carney has repeatedly highlighted the difficult dynamics posed by Trump's administration. Both leaders' offices reiterated a commitment to mutual benefit and ongoing collaboration despite underlying tensions.