OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney held two key meetings on Monday, underscoring Canada’s role in global security and trade. He first met with a bipartisan delegation of United States senators to discuss continental trade and security, and later welcomed His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan to Ottawa for talks on Middle East stability and bilateral cooperation.
Bipartisan U.S. Delegation Visits Ottawa
Prime Minister Carney met with U.S. senators Ron Wyden (Oregon), Lisa Murkowski (Alaska), Maggie Hassan (New Hampshire), and Catherine Cortez Masto (Nevada). The discussions focused on the Canada-U.S. trading relationship, a cornerstone of both nations’ economies.
The leaders highlighted:
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The impact of Canadian businesses on the U.S. states represented by the senators.
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Steel industry transformation measures undertaken by Canada to strengthen trade resilience.
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Continental security, with emphasis on dismantling illegal drug smuggling and combating the fentanyl crisis on both sides of the border.
Carney reiterated his commitment to negotiating “the best deal for Canadians” as talks continue on a new trade and security agreement with Washington. Last week, senior Canadian officials, including Chief of Staff Marc-André Blanchard, were in Washington to advance negotiations. This week, Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Canada-U.S. Trade and Intergovernmental Affairs, will continue discussions in D.C.
Canada-Jordan Partnership Expands
Later in the day, Carney met with King Abdullah II of Jordan, marking their first in-person meeting since Carney took office. The two leaders reaffirmed the long-standing partnership between Canada and Jordan, particularly in trade, defence, and security.
Carney announced $28.4 million in Canadian funding to support:
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Border security and infrastructure improvements in Jordan using Canadian steel.
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Counterterrorism and anti-crime measures for Jordanian security forces.
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Education, healthcare, and job creation programs for refugees, easing regional pressures.
Both leaders discussed urgent Middle East issues, including the Gaza ceasefire, humanitarian aid delivery, and stability in Syria.
Why It Matters
These meetings highlight Canada’s active role in global trade negotiations and Middle East diplomacy, with Prime Minister Carney balancing domestic trade interests and international partnerships.
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