August 26, 2025
Berlin, Germany
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, in Berlin, Germany.
Prime Minister Carney and Chancellor Merz discussed next steps to advance the Critical Minerals Action Plan endorsed by Canada and Germany at the G7 Summit this year. The Prime Minister emphasized Canada’s readiness to develop and stockpile critical minerals vital for defence and technology, including the rapid development of AI. The leaders discussed the importance of diversifying trading relationships and energy supply chains, as well as the vital role that Canada can play in German critical mineral and energy supply chains.
The leaders also discussed pressing global issues, underscoring ongoing work to bring long-term peace and security to Ukraine and Europe. As members of the Coalition of the Willing, they reiterated their unwavering support for Ukraine and the importance of developing robust and credible security guarantees. They welcomed close co-ordination with the United States on these issues.
Prime Minister Carney and Chancellor Merz agreed to remain in close contact.
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August 26, 2025
Berlin, Germany
Canada’s new government has a mandate to strengthen and diversify our international relationships. In the face of a shifting global trade landscape, that mandate has only increased in importance. To that end, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, travelled to Germany to strengthen our trade and commercial ties and build new partnerships in the rapidly growing market for critical minerals.
Earlier this year at the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, Prime Minister Carney introduced the Critical Minerals Production Alliance – a Canada-led initiative that leverages trusted international partnerships to enhance critical mineral supply chains for collective defence and advanced technology.
Today, in Berlin, Canada and Germany signed a Joint Declaration of Intent to deepen co-operation to secure critical mineral supply chains, increase collaboration on research and development, and co-fund new critical mineral projects that contribute to a range of industries – from electric vehicle manufacturing to defence and aerospace.
To that end, the Prime Minister and the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Tim Hodgson, announced that Isabella Chan, Senior Assistant Deputy Minister for the Lands and Minerals Sector at Natural Resources Canada, will serve as Canada’s Special Envoy to advance this partnership, and welcomed the appointment of Matthias Koehler, the German government’s Deputy Director General of Raw Materials Policy, as its Special Envoy for this initiative.
With vast energy and natural resources, Canada has what the world needs to meet the demands of the future. By partnering with Germany, the largest economy in Europe, Canada will boost domestic investment and create higher-paying jobs, while accelerating the clean energy transition and strengthening transatlantic security.
Prime Minister Carney and Chancellor Merz also discussed Russia’s ongoing aggression in Ukraine – underlining that no decisions about Ukraine should be taken without Ukraine, and no decisions about Europe should be taken without Europe. The Prime Minister reaffirmed Canada’s unwavering support for Ukraine following this weekend’s meetings in Kyiv with President Zelenskyy, outlining Canada’s recent allocation of $2 billion in military assistance. He echoed that credible security guarantees will be instrumental in creating the conditions for durable, lasting peace.
The Prime Minister also underlined the potential for deeper bilateral collaboration between Canada and Germany on liquified natural gas (LNG) and hydrogen, including through the Canada-Germany Energy Partnership. Canada will begin discussions regarding the supply of LNG to German buyers, while advancing co-operation under the Canada-Germany Hydrogen Alliance to develop a transatlantic hydrogen trade corridor that supports the clean energy transition and strengthens energy security.
Quotes
“Canada has immense potential to be a leading and reliable global supplier of critical minerals, and Canada and Germany are natural strategic partners in this mission. As Germany’s domestic demand for critical minerals grows and it diversifies its supply chains, Canadian workers and industries can be the strong, stable provider of these indispensable resources.”
— The Rt. Hon. Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada
“Canada and Germany share a deep commitment to democracy, security, and sustainability – and German industry needs resources Canada can offer amidst global uncertainty. We are seizing this moment to build, secure, and compete together, in order to show the world that countries like Canada and Germany punch above their weight and lead as pillars of partnership and prosperity.”
— The Hon. Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources
“Canada is an ideal strategic partner – we have the critical minerals and natural resources, as well as the workers, businesses, and know-how to get them to market. By strengthening our economic and industrial partnership with Germany, we are boosting Canada’s economic resilience and advancing Canada’s strategic interests alongside reliable allies.”
— The Hon. Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
Quick facts
- During his trip to Germany, Prime Minister Carney was accompanied the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Tim Hodgson, the Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, Mélanie Joly, and the Minister of National Defence, David J. McGuinty.
- Today’s announcement builds on commitments from the 2025 G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, where leaders announced the G7 Critical Minerals Action Plan and welcomed the Critical Minerals Production Alliance.
- While in Berlin, the Prime Minister also welcomed agreements between several Canadian and German companies:
- Troilus Gold Corporation, a Canadian development-stage mining company reached a supply agreement with Aurubis AG, a leading European smelting and recycling group headquartered in Hamburg, Germany. Aurubis is expected to purchase a significant portion of Troilus’ future copper concentrate production under this long-term agreement.
- Torngat Metals, a Québec-based rare earths development company, and Vacuumschmelze (VAC), a global leader in the production of rare earth permanent magnets, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) toward an agreement with Torngat Metals for the long-term supply of fully traceable and responsibly produced separated rare earth oxides to VAC.
- Rock Tech Lithium, a Canadian-German cleantech company, signed a MOU with Enertrag to connect their lithium conversion plant in Guben, Germany, to Enertrag’s solar and offshore wind farms. This will allow Rock Tech Lithium to decarbonize its operations and offer more competitive pricing.
- The Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy is increasing the supply of responsibly sourced critical minerals and supporting the development of domestic and global value chains.
- Canada and Germany will continue to discuss energy policy issues through the Canada-Germany Energy Partnership as well as advance collective energy security and innovation priorities at this fall’s G7 Energy and Environment Ministers’ Meeting, in the Greater Toronto Area, Ontario.
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August 25, 2025
Warsaw, Poland
Canada’s new government has a mandate to diversify and strengthen international partnerships. To that end, we are taking historic steps to deepen Canada’s relationship with European Allies.
Today, the Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney, and the Prime Minister of Poland, Donald Tusk, announced they will strengthen the Canada-Poland strategic partnership. The enhanced partnership will deepen ties across trade, defence, and energy security – investing in key sectors, such as clean energy, including nuclear, critical minerals, defence, aviation, cybersecurity, and advanced technologies.
Canada will be the Lead Nation of the 2026 International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce, Poland. This exhibition will promote Canadian innovation in defence and security technologies to international partners, attract further investment to our businesses, and help export Canadian solutions to international markets.
In Warsaw, Prime Minister Carney also met with the President of Poland, Karol Nawrocki. The leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to regional security and welcomed ongoing co-operation on defence, including through NATO. They discussed further co-operation to deliver greater stability, security, and prosperity for Ukraine and the rest of Europe. The Prime Minister also met with business leaders from various sectors, focusing on trade diversification with Poland and new investment opportunities in defence.
During his time in Poland, the Prime Minister thanked members of the Canadian Armed Forces for their dedication and sacrifice in helping Ukraine defend itself against Russian aggression.
Canada is deepening defence co-operation with our closest partners to strengthen collective security and build resilience. With Allies such as Poland, we are reinforcing NATO’s Eastern Flank, supporting Ukraine, and expanding the defence industrial base – with Canadian innovation, resources, and technology.
Quotes
“Canada’s new government is delivering on its mandate to strengthen and diversify international partnerships. The enhanced Canada-Poland strategic partnership will catalyze more European investment into Canada, create more demand for Canadian exports abroad, and reinforce Canada’s defence presence in Europe for greater security, stability, and prosperity.”
— The Rt. Hon. Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada
“For over 100 years, Canada and Poland have worked together to defend our shared security. As we move forward to strengthen defence and security in Europe, Canada and Poland will work together to build up our industries, support our militaries, and defend our strong transatlantic alliance.”
— The Hon. David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence
Quick facts
- During his visit to Poland, Prime Minister Carney was accompanied by the Minister of National Defence, David J. McGuinty.
- While in Warsaw, the Prime Minister welcomed the announcement by L3Harris Technologies Canada, a leader in advanced defence and aerospace technology, of a new production facility based in Katowice, Poland. The facility will manufacture advanced WESCAM EO/IR systems to support Poland, Ukraine, and other partners in the region, generate over $250 million in economic benefits for Canada, and support over 1,200 Canadian jobs.
- Poland is one of the fastest-growing economies in the European Union and Canada’s largest trading partner in Central and Eastern Europe.
- Since 2015, Canada has trained over 45,000 members of the Security Forces of Ukraine through Operation UNIFIER.
- The International Defence Industry Exhibition, held annually in Kielce, Poland, is one of the largest defence and security trade shows in Europe. This year’s edition, taking place in September, will be the largest to date, with an anticipated 30,000 visitors, over 700 exhibitors, and over 60 delegations across 39 countries.
- As part of the renewed strategic partnership, Canada and Poland will hold annual bilateral dialogues between senior government officials to set strategic priorities and co-ordinate joint efforts.
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August 25, 2025
Warsaw, Poland
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Prime Minister of Poland, Donald Tusk, in Warsaw, Poland.
The prime ministers affirmed the strong bilateral relationship between Canada and Poland and discussed enhancing collaboration in defence, energy, and aerospace.
Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Tusk underscored their shared commitment to supporting regional security on NATO’s Eastern Flank.
The leaders reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine in the face of Russia’s invasion and welcomed the United States’ openness to providing security guarantees to support long-term peace and security for Ukraine and Europe. The leaders emphasized the need for robust and credible security guarantees and for continued pressure on Russia. Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Tusk underscored that no decisions about Ukraine should be made without Ukraine, and no decisions about Europe without Europe.
They agreed to remain in close and regular contact.
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- Canada-Poland relations
- Canada and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization
- Prime Minister Carney to strengthen Canada’s trade and security partnerships in Poland, Germany, and Latvia
August 25, 2025
Warsaw, Poland
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the President of Poland, Karol Nawrocki, in Warsaw, Poland.
The Prime Minister and the President discussed the strong relationship between Canada and Poland, enriched by the nearly one million Canadians of Polish heritage.
Prime Minister Carney and President Nawrocki discussed their countries’ efforts to deepen trade, defence, and security ties through the enhanced Canada-Poland strategic partnership, announced earlier today in Warsaw. The leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to regional security and welcomed ongoing co-operation on defence, including through NATO.
The leaders reiterated their ongoing support for Ukraine in the face of Russia’s invasion and welcomed the United States’ openness to providing security guarantees that would help support long-term peace and security for Ukraine and Europe.
They agreed to remain in contact.
