Year in Review
A considerable shift in foreign policy has occurred since Prime Minister Mark Carney came to power, spurred mostly by the trade conflict with the United States and a change of approach to world affairs.
Carney has expressed a desire for closer defence and trade relations with the United States, while at the same time saying he wants to diversify trade away from the Canada’s southern neighbour. His government has since reconciled with India and is seeking closer ties with Beijing.
The pivot away from the United States has not only manifested in Asia. Carney’s first foreign policy moves included trips to France and the United Kingdom as he seeks closer ties with Europe, while also entering a defence agreement with the Europe Union….