World2 sources
Canada and Turkey to deepen ties in defence and energy during Carney's visit
- Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting Turkey to enhance trade, energy, and defence ties.
- The visit signifies a positive shift in relations between Canada and Turkey, previously strained by a Canadian arms embargo.
- Canada and Turkey are expected to sign a joint declaration to deepen cooperation in four areas, including defence and energy.
- The visit comes amid Turkey's ongoing crackdown on dissent, testing Carney's commitment to balance economic pragmatism with Canadian values.
- The historic visit aims to improve strategic ties between NATO allies Canada and Turkey.