Statement by Prime Minister Carney on World Press Freedom Day
May 3, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, issued the following statement on World Press Freedom Day:
“In this time of crisis, we must protect what it means to be Canadian. A strong, independent, and free press both defines and defends our values. My new government will protect reliable Canadian public forums, so we can tell our own stories in our own languages.
“Central to this work is strengthening our public broadcaster, CBC/Radio-Canada, which has stitched this nation together, reporting from Corner Brook to Trois-Rivières to Whitehorse to Comox, bringing Canadians together at critical moments. My new government will also protect and fund more local news, including those with Indigenous perspectives.
“In a sea of foreign media and disinformation, we need Canadian voices more than ever.”
May 2, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the Prime Minister of Japan, Ishiba Shigeru.
Prime Minister Ishiba congratulated Prime Minister Carney on his election. Prime Minister Carney underscored the importance of the Indo-Pacific region and Canada’s role as a Pacific nation. The two leaders also discussed deepening trade, defence, and commercial ties.
They agreed to remain in close contact.
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May 2, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, announced that he will travel to Washington, D.C., United States of America, on May 5, 2025, to meet with the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, on May 6.
The meeting will focus on both the immediate trade pressures and the broader future economic and security relationship between the two sovereign nations.
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May 2, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, issued the following statement on the upcoming Royal Visit to Canada:
“Their Majesties The King and Queen will visit Canada on May 26 and 27, 2025.
“We will have the privilege of welcoming His Majesty King Charles III, who will deliver Canada’s Speech from the Throne on May 27. This will be the first time in nearly 50 years that Canada’s Monarch takes part in the State Opening of Parliament. This historic honour matches the weight of our times.
“Canada has a steadfast defender in our sovereign.”
May 1, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN), António Guterres.
The Secretary-General congratulated the Prime Minister on his election. Prime Minister Carney emphasized Canada’s relationship and shared history with the UN, and Canada’s continued support of human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. The leaders also discussed a wide range of issues, including UN reform, climate finance, the security and humanitarian crises in Haiti, and the war in Ukraine.
The leaders agreed to strengthen this relationship and to stay in close contact.
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April 30, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
President Zelenskyy congratulated Prime Minister Carney on his election. The Prime Minister underscored Canada’s commitment to supporting Ukraine in achieving lasting peace and security. The two leaders agreed that a durable peace can only be achieved with Ukraine at the table.
The leaders agreed to remain in close contact and to meet at the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, in June.
