Canada's PM Carney strengthens ties with Armenia ahead of historic EU summit
Prime Minister Mark Carney has arrived in Yerevan for his first official visit to Armenia. The trip comes ahead of the European Political Community summit, where Canada will participate as the first non-European country. Carney met with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan to discuss regional security and cooperation. Carney thanked Pashinyan for extending the invitation, calling it a significant moment for Europe and its values. The meeting took place just days before the high-profile summit, where global leaders will gather to address pressing issues.
During his time in Armenia, Carney will also join a trilateral meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa. His agenda includes bilateral talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola. Canada has recently criticised Azerbaijan’s actions in Nagorno-Karabakh and joined an EU security mission in the region. Carney’s trip further emphasises Ukraine’s defence, alongside efforts to boost trade and investment across Europe. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand is accompanying him on the visit. This marks the first time a Canadian Prime Minister has visited Armenia since Justin Trudeau in 2018. Observers note that Canada’s public stance on democracy and peace in Armenia has softened since Carney took office.
The visit strengthens Canada’s ties with Armenia and Europe at a critical time. Carney’s participation in the summit and meetings with key leaders highlights the country’s growing role in regional security and economic partnerships. The discussions are expected to shape future cooperation on defence and trade.
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