Paris, France – Prime Minister Mark Carney met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris today to discuss economic and security cooperation between Canada and France. The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening trade, defense, and technological partnerships while also addressing key global challenges.
Among the topics discussed was a new bilateral partnership on intelligence and security, which will focus on cybersecurity and intelligence sharing regarding significant threats. The initiative aims to bolster cooperation in areas such as economic security, countering violent extremism, espionage, sabotage, and emerging threats tied to advanced technologies.
Canada is strong. Together with our allies, we are even stronger.
Good to meet with you in France, @EmmanuelMacron. The friendship between our two countries is the envy of the world. pic.twitter.com/gqH484YuOm
— Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) March 17, 2025
The leaders also emphasized the importance of responsible artificial intelligence, critical minerals, and clean energy as key sectors for future economic collaboration. Both countries reiterated their support for rules-based free trade and pledged to enhance commercial ties in these industries.
On international affairs, Prime Minister Carney and President Macron reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine amid Russia’s ongoing war of aggression. Carney also acknowledged Macron’s leadership in organizing key diplomatic efforts regarding Ukraine in recent weeks.
Beyond political and economic ties, the leaders celebrated the historic and cultural connections between Canada and France, recognizing shared values such as democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. With deep linguistic and cultural links between the two nations, they committed to further strengthening relationships between their peoples.
This high-level meeting underscores Canada and France’s ongoing efforts to deepen cooperation in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
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