Carney defends doing business with countries that don’t share Canada’s values

Prime Minister Mark Carney has upgraded relations between Canada and Turkey to a strategic partnership during a bilateral visit in Ankara. The agreement, which includes a three-year action plan, focuses on defense, security, energy, trade, investment, and social and diplomatic ties. According to the Jerusalem Post, the move aims to create opportunities for businesses and workers while seeking new global trade partners to reduce reliance on the United States.

While wrapping up his visit, Carney defended his government's pursuit of trade with nations accused of human rights abuses, stating that few nations meet Canada's standards and that engagement does not equate to approval.

During his trip, Carney also addressed claims from the Trump administration that Canadian politicians are interfering in U.S. midterm elections. CityNews reports that Carney expressed disappointment regarding statements from U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra, who warned Canadian politicians to avoid American politics. Carney stated there is "no merit" to these claims and noted that while Canada maintains deep diplomatic ties with the U.S., the government is careful to avoid the perception of electoral interference.

Separately, the Canadian International Trade Tribunal has completed an expiry review regarding anti-dumping duties on oil country tubular goods imported from several nations. Interfax-Ukraine reports that the tribunal will continue these duties on goods from Taiwan, India, Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam, but has revoked the order against Ukraine.

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