Canada: After Trump's Threats, the EU Reassures on Its Approach

The European Union sought to defuse Donald Trump's reaction to its rapprochement project with Canada after the U.S. president threatened heavy tariffs. Ursula von der Leyen proposed that Canada become the first 'associated member' of the EU. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney defended this initiative, stating it could strengthen Canada's relations with the United States. Both countries already share close institutional ties within the G7 and NATO.