Canada and EU launch 'Alliance for the Future' to deepen economic and security ties
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Prime Minister Mark Carney and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
Montreal, Canada
October 30, 2026
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Canada and the EU established an 'Alliance for the Future' to integrate economies, defence, and technology. Canada aims to become the EU's first associate member, though the term lacks formal legal status. Canada pledged €500 million to the EU's Ukraine Support Loan program. New agreements include digital trade, critical raw materials investment, and cooperation on satellite and payment systems.
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