As Canada and the United States remain locked in a tense trade war, top leaders from various European countries have been fielding calls from Governor Carney. Carney aims to elevate transatlantic relations to a new level, having already spoken with nearly all of Europe’s major leaders, striving to push Canada closer to the EU and appointing a new Canadian envoy tasked with exploring various possibilities short of full EU membership or market integration. Canada might even attain "associate member" status—a possibility reportedly open to discussion among EU officials.
For decades, the United States has been Canada's largest trading partner, with about 72% of Canada's exports heading there in 2025. Closer ties with the EU—or becoming an "associate member"—could mark the most significant economic realignment for Canada in decades. Details of potential agreements are still under discussion and could spur increased bilateral trade, including possible Arctic transport of fertilizers and the construction of new natural gas pipelines, which may help Europe reduce its reliance on Russian gas. As both the EU and Canada grow increasingly cautious toward American tech companies, they may also collaborate on laying new underwater cables, launching satellites, and building data centers.
Meanwhile, on Saturday, Trump stated that reaching an agreement with Canada to resolve the trade dispute could happen “very soon.” When asked during a meeting with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin in Dublin whether he intended to withdraw from the USMCA, Trump sidestepped the question, saying that Canada wants a deal with the U.S., and that he is working to secure better terms for American farmers: “You’ll likely see a deal between the U.S. and Canada very soon.”
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