Canada seeks EU associate membership to pivot away from US trade dependence

Canadian PM Mark Carney is pursuing an unprecedented 'associate member' status with the EU, aiming to deepen economic integration and reduce reliance on the US after trade relations deteriorated. The proposal, under analysis by Ottawa and Brussels, would liberalize movement of goods, services, and workers in strategic sectors. This marks a significant geopolitical realignment for Canada, traditionally anchored to the US, though the feasibility and scope remain uncertain.