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Carney Urges Trade Discipline Amid Tariff Challenges and Military Threats

12/25/2025

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said progress has been made over the past nine months and that Canada will reduce reliance on the U.S. amid tariff challenges.
He noted a forthcoming review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) and urged discipline in trade negotiations.
He addressed energy policy, calling for decarbonization while pursuing oil projects.
Carney warned Canada faces greater threats now than in 1812, emphasizing military readiness and Ukraine's security.

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said progress has been made over the past nine months and that Canada will reduce reliance on the U.S. amid tariff challenges.
He noted a forthcoming review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) and urged discipline in trade negotiations.
He addressed energy policy, calling for decarbonization while pursuing oil projects.
Carney warned Canada faces greater threats now than in 1812, emphasizing military readiness and Ukraine's security.