Carney will address the European Parliament next month

Prime Minister Mark Carney will visit the European Parliament next month, marking a strategic move by Canada to strengthen ties with the European Union as relations with the United States deteriorate. Carney's visit, announced by the Prime Minister's Office, comes as part of his efforts to double Canada's non-U.S. exports. He will join European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at the European Union's State of the Union address in Strasbourg, France on September 16.

During his stay, Carney aims to meet with European Parliament members to further bolster Canada's relationship with the EU. This visit, reported by POLITICO, is viewed as a strong indication of the close relationship between the EU and Canada. Trade negotiations between Canada and the EU have intensified while those with the United States have hit a snag.

Speaking at a press conference, Carney emphasized the importance of Canada's experience navigating the trade war with the U.S. as a lesson for global leaders.