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Von der Leyen Offers Canada EU Associate Membership, Sparks Legal Fears
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- Ursula von der Leyen offered Canada associate membership in the EU, prompting objections from Germany, Italy, France and Greece.
- Berlin warned the undefined term could create EU legal uncertainty.
- Member states must decide the partnership scope at the 2027 summit.
- António Costa will circulate a new text for ambassador talks on Wednesday.