March 17, 2025
Paris, France
The Prime Minister, Mark Carney, today met with the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, during a visit to Paris to strengthen the economy and security of both of our countries.
Prime Minister Carney and President Macron discussed their intention to build stronger economies and defence and commercial ties between Canada and France – including in the areas of responsible and safe artificial intelligence, critical minerals, and clean energy – and to defend rules-based free trade.
The Prime Minister and the President highlighted the launch of a new bilateral partnership on intelligence and security. The partnership will focus on enhancing cybersecurity and intelligence sharing on significant threats. Key topics will include economic security, violent extremism, counter-proliferation, interference, espionage, sabotage, and threats associated with advanced technologies.
Prime Minister Carney and President Macron reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine as it continues to resist Russia’s unjustifiable war of aggression. The Prime Minister thanked the President for his leadership in organizing several important meetings regarding Ukraine over the past few weeks.
The leaders emphasized the rich and strong relationship between Canada and France, rooted in a shared history and common language, strong ties between our cultures and our peoples, as well as shared values such as democracy, human rights, and the rule of law.
Associated Links
- Canada-France relations
- Prime Minister Carney to strengthen ties with France and the United Kingdom and reaffirm Canada’s sovereignty
- Canada named as Country of The Year for France’s 2025 Viva Technology
March 17, 2025
London, United Kingdom
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (UK), Sir Keir Starmer, as part of his visit to strengthen ties with steadfast and reliable partners for our economy and security.
Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Starmer emphasized the importance of building a stronger Canada-UK relationship. The leaders highlighted transatlantic security and the trade and investment relationship between Canada and the UK. To that end, they discussed opportunities to expand the Canada-UK trade corridor and responsibly leverage technologies such as artificial intelligence and quantum to benefit workers and economies in both countries.
The prime ministers reiterated their steadfast support for Ukraine as it continues to defend itself against Russia’s unjustifiable war of aggression. Prime Minister Carney expressed Canada’s support for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, highlighted support for Ukraine as a key part of Canada’s G7 Presidency, and commended the UK’s leadership efforts toward a lasting and sustainable peace.
Anchored in long-standing alliances, shared histories, and enduring ties, the leaders agreed that the partnership between Canada and the UK will only get stronger.
Associated Links
- Canada-United Kingdom relations
- Prime Minister Carney to strengthen ties with France and the United Kingdom and reaffirm Canada’s sovereignty
- Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement