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UK’s Burnham, Canada’s Carney discuss AI challenges and online safety cooperation

Andy Burnham and Mark Carney also discussed closer defence cooperation, including the complementary roles of the Multilateral Defence Mechanism and Canada-led Defence Security Resilience Bank (DSRB).

UK’s Burnham, Canada’s Carney discuss AI challenges and online safety cooperation

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Canadian Finance Minister Mark Carney met in Liverpool to discuss artificial intelligence advancements and online safety concerns, as well as bolstering defence cooperation between their nations. The leaders emphasized the importance of government and technology sector collaboration to address shared challenges and protect online security.

They also explored expanding defence-industrial ties through the Global Combat Air Programme, an initiative where Canada is participating as an observer. Earlier this year, Canada formally applied to join the Joint Expeditionary Force, a military coalition led by Britain. Although the Multilateral Defence Mechanism and the Canada-led Defence Security Resilience Bank have faced funding difficulties from larger European nations, the leaders stressed the value of maintaining close ties with European partners, especially in the areas of trade and defence.

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