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Prime Minister Carney speaks with President of France Emmanuel Macron
July 30, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of France, Emmanuel Macron.
The two leaders discussed the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian disaster in Gaza, emphasizing the need for international co-operation to ensure peace and security in the Middle East.
Prime Minister Carney acknowledged President Macron’s efforts to advance progress on a two-state solution, including by recently convening the United Nations High-Level Conference on a Two-State Solution with Saudi Arabia. The leaders discussed next steps, building on the commitments made at the conference this week.
Prime Minister Carney informed President Macron that Canada will increase its efforts to promote peace and stability in the region. The leaders agreed to work closely together, alongside the E3 and other allies, toward this goal.
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July 30, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of the Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas.
The leaders discussed the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian disaster in Gaza. Prime Minister Carney reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to a two-state solution – an independent, viable, and sovereign Palestinian state living side by side with the State of Israel in peace and security.
Prime Minister Carney shared Canada’s intention to recognize the State of Palestine at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in September 2025. He indicated that this intention is predicated on the Palestinian Authority’s commitment to much-needed reforms, including the commitments by Palestinian Authority President Abbas to fundamentally reform its governance, to hold general elections in 2026 in which Hamas can play no part, and to demilitarize the Palestinian state. Prime Minister Carney welcomed President Abbas’ commitment to these reforms.
The Prime Minister informed the President that Canada will increase its efforts to promote peace and stability in the region, and work closely with regional allies toward this goal.
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July 30, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
“Canada has long been committed to a two-state solution – an independent, viable, and sovereign Palestinian state living side by side with the State of Israel in peace and security.
For decades, it was hoped that this outcome would be achieved as part of a peace process built around a negotiated settlement between the Israeli government and the Palestinian Authority.
Regrettably, this approach is no longer tenable. Prospects for a two-state solution have been steadily and gravely eroded, including by:
- The pervasive threat of Hamas terrorism to Israel and its people, culminating in the heinous terrorist attack of October 7, 2023, and Hamas’ longstanding violent rejection of Israel’s right to exist and a two-state solution.
- The accelerated settlement building across the West Bank and East Jerusalem, while settler violence against Palestinians has soared.
- Actions such as the E1 Settlement Plan and this month’s vote by the Knesset calling for the annexation of the West Bank.
- The ongoing failure by the Israeli government to prevent the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian disaster in Gaza, with impeded access to food and other essential humanitarian supplies.
The deepening suffering of civilians leaves no room for delay in co-ordinated international action to support peace, security, and the dignity of all human life. Preserving a two-state solution means standing with all people who choose peace over violence or terrorism, and honouring their innate desire for the peaceful co-existence of Israeli and Palestinian states as the only roadmap for a secure and prosperous future.
For these reasons, Canada intends to recognize the State of Palestine at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in September 2025.
This intention is predicated on the Palestinian Authority’s commitment to much-needed reforms, including the commitments by Palestinian Authority President Abbas to fundamentally reform its governance, to hold general elections in 2026 in which Hamas can play no part, and to demilitarize the Palestinian state. Canada will increase its efforts in supporting strong, democratic governance in Palestine and the contributions of its people to a more peaceful and hopeful future.
We reiterate that Hamas must immediately release all hostages taken in the horrific terrorist attack of October 7; that Hamas must disarm; and that Hamas must play no role in the future governance of Palestine. Canada will always steadfastly support Israel’s existence as an independent state in the Middle East living in peace and security. Any path to lasting peace for Israel also requires a viable and stable Palestinian state, and one that recognizes Israel’s inalienable right to security and peace.
Canada has already committed over $340 million in humanitarian aid to address the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza including $30 million in new funding to help address the needs of Palestinian civilians, and $10 million to support the Palestinian Authority’s role in stabilizing and governing the West Bank. We are working with our allies to deliver immediate assistance to those in dire need.
We will intensify our efforts with our international partners to develop a credible peace plan that establishes governance and security arrangements for Palestine and ensures the delivery of humanitarian aid at the necessary scale to Gaza. Canada will be a constructive partner in building a just, meaningful, and lasting peace in the region, and a future that respects the dignity, security, and aspirations of all Palestinians and Israelis.”
July 29, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the Prime Minister of Singapore, Lawrence Wong.
In the face of shifting global trade and economic uncertainty, the leaders acknowledged the 60-year diplomatic relationship between the two countries and discussed boosting co-operation, noting the growing opportunities through the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).
The prime ministers discussed increasing trade and investment, particularly in the agri-food and nuclear energy sectors.
Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Wong welcomed progress toward a Canada-ASEAN free trade agreement and look forward to meeting at the ASEAN Summit in Malaysia in October.
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- Canada-Singapore relations
- Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
- Canada and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
July 29, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Prime Minister Carney condemned Russia’s overnight attacks on southeastern Ukraine, expressing his condolences to the victims. He reiterated Canada’s call for a ceasefire. The leaders discussed the urgent imperative for just and lasting peace.
The Prime Minister affirmed Canada’s strong financial, military, and humanitarian support for Ukraine – including a recent major sanctions package targeting Russia’s shadow fleet and energy revenues, $2 billion in new military support, and the disbursement of a $2.3 billion loan in funding to help rebuild Ukraine’s infrastructure and public systems.
The leaders also discussed Ukraine’s recent legislative developments related to its anti-corruption institutions. The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of maintaining the independence of anti-corruption agencies.
Prime Minister Carney and President Zelenskyy agreed to remain in close contact.
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July 29, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Sir Keir Starmer.
The two leaders focused on the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian disaster in Gaza, as well as the United Kingdom’s statement on the recognition of a Palestinian state.
Prime Minister Carney underscored Canada’s commitment to lasting peace and reiterated the imperative of an immediate ceasefire. He was clear that Canada remains unwavering in our call for Hamas to release all hostages and that Hamas can play no role in the governance of a Palestinian state.
The leaders discussed the need for international co-operation to ensure the urgent provision of humanitarian aid to starving civilians in Gaza.
Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Starmer also discussed the work ahead over the next few days and weeks to promote lasting stability in the Middle East, including working with the E3 and other partners to co-ordinate the path to peace.
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- Canada-United Kingdom relations
- Canada’s response to the crisis in Israel, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip
August 1, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
“On this day in 1834, the Slavery Abolition Act came into effect across the British Empire, marking the beginning of emancipation for hundreds of thousands of African slaves and their descendants. Many journeyed north, following the Underground Railroad, to find freedom in Canada.
The enslavement of African people remains a despicable injustice in history, and its impacts reverberate across generations.
Today, we honour Black communities in Canada and across the world. In doing so, we also commit ourselves – as citizens and as a country – to build a stronger future where dignity and humanity for all are not aspirational ideals but enduring principles.”
August 1, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
“President Trump has announced that the United States will increase its tariffs to 35% on those Canadian exports that are not covered under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement, or CUSMA. While the Canadian government is disappointed by this action, we remain committed to CUSMA, which is the world’s second-largest free trade agreement by trading volume.
The U.S. application of CUSMA means that the U.S. average tariff rate on Canadian goods remains one of its lowest for all of its trading partners. Other sectors of our economy – including lumber, steel, aluminum, and automobiles – are, however, heavily impacted by U.S. duties and tariffs. For such sectors, the Canadian government will act to protect Canadian jobs, invest in our industrial competitiveness, buy Canadian, and diversify our export markets.
The United States has justified its most recent trade action on the basis of the cross-border flow of fentanyl, despite the fact that Canada accounts for only 1% of U.S. fentanyl imports and has been working intensively to further reduce these volumes. Canada’s government is making historic investments in border security to arrest drug traffickers, take down transnational gangs, and end migrant smuggling. These include thousands of new law enforcement and border security officers, aerial surveillance, intelligence and security operations, and the strongest border legislation in our history. We will continue working with the United States to stop the scourge of fentanyl and save lives in both our countries.
While we will continue to negotiate with the United States on our trading relationship, the Canadian government is laser focused on what we can control: building Canada strong. The federal government, provinces, and territories are working together to cut down trade barriers to build one Canadian economy. We are developing a series of major nation-building projects with provincial, territorial, and Indigenous partners. Together, these initiatives have the potential to catalyse over half a trillion dollars of new investments in Canada.
Canadians will be our own best customer, creating more well-paying careers at home, as we strengthen and diversify our trading partnerships throughout the world. We can give ourselves more than any foreign government can ever take away by building with Canadian workers and by using Canadian resources to benefit all Canadians.”
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