OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney held talks on Sunday with U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer to address the repercussions of the United States’ global tariff campaign. According to a statement from Carney’s office, the leaders discussed the “unjustified trade actions” taken by the U.S. and explored ways to bolster trade relations between Canada and the United Kingdom.
In a social media post, Carney emphasized the importance of partnerships with “long-standing, reliable allies” in times of global uncertainty. His remarks reflect the growing need for Canada and the U.K. to deepen economic ties, especially in light of the unpredictable trade landscape shaped by the U.S. administration.
The conversation comes in the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose “reciprocal” tariffs on several nations around the world. Trump has framed the tariffs as a response to what he calls unfair trade practices, a move that caused stock markets worldwide to fall sharply ahead of the weekend.
Carney and Starmer also discussed their mutual support for Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to continued collaboration on this issue and agreed to stay in regular contact as the situation develops.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published on April 6, 2025.
