EU and Canada eye now-or-never window to Trump-proof their ties
Brussels and Ottawa aim for ambitious upgrade in their relationship while the U.S. president is occupied by the midterms — and before Europe’s political landscape shifts.
The European Union and Canada are attempting to deepen their partnership during a crucial period before the U.S. midterms and potential shifts in European politics. The summit in Montreal, with EU leaders Ursula von der Leyen, António Costa, and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, aims for a comprehensive upgrade in trade, security, energy, education, and the Arctic sectors.
However, Canada and the EU are wary of triggering President Trump's ire, who has previously dismissed Canada's associate membership offer and threatened tariffs. Canada's push for robust structural changes aims to secure gains before Europe's elections and the rise of far-right parties. The success of this summit rests on successfully negotiating a stronger alliance that outlasts Trump and potential far-right leaders like Marine Le Pen.
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