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Carney Urges Unity as Poilievre Critiques Liberal Governance

1/25/2026

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Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the World Economic Forum, urging middle powers to unite amid a changing global order and to acknowledge great power rivalry.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre criticized the government's domestic performance, citing deficits and inflation.
Poilievre proposed collaboration on legislation to enhance trade and sovereignty.
The Liberal government faces challenges advancing its agenda in a minority Parliament, with possible implications for budget votes and a spring election.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the World Economic Forum, urging middle powers to unite amid a changing global order and to acknowledge great power rivalry.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre criticized the government's domestic performance, citing deficits and inflation.
Poilievre proposed collaboration on legislation to enhance trade and sovereignty.
The Liberal government faces challenges advancing its agenda in a minority Parliament, with possible implications for budget votes and a spring election.