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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney waves as he arrives in the Hemicycle of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France.

Video. Carney hails EU-Canada alliance but draws lines on membership

Updated: 17/09/2026 - 13:45 GMT+2

Canada's PM Carney welcomed the invitation to become the first "associate member" of the European Union, but emphasised that the intent is not to become a full member nor to cede sovereignty.

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