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Summit in Montreal: Partners in uncertain times: What the EU and Canada are planning

US President Trump's policies are bringing the EU and Canada closer together. At their summit in Montreal, they agreed on numerous projects. However, there are still disagreements.

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Summit in Montreal: Partners in uncertain times: What the EU and Canada are planning

In the wake of heightened geopolitical tensions and strained relations with the United States, the European Union and Canada are deepening their partnership at a two-day summit in Montreal. The final accord aims to establish a new chapter in their relationship. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, unable to attend due to an Asia trip, emphasized the rejection of the term "associated membership" for EU-Kanada relations.

The EU and Canada aspire to forge an "alliance for the future," reducing dependence on other nations, particularly China and the United States. The agreement will focus on energy, critical resources, trade, digital cooperation, artificial intelligence, security, and scientific research.

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