European Union and Canada Take Step Toward Economic and Security Partnership
The European Union and Canada are preparing for a new partnership that will deepen relations in the fields of trade, defense, and economy.
Comprehensive efforts are underway between the European Union and Canada to deepen relations in the fields of economy, trade, defense, and security and to establish a new partnership.
Strasbourg Visit and Summit Calendar
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will address the European Parliament Plenary in Strasbourg this week and hold talks.
In October, a comprehensive EU-Canada Summit is planned to be held in the city of Montreal.
Statements by the Commission President
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is expected to announce concrete cooperation proposals regarding Canada in her upcoming State of the Union address.
Prior to this summit, the parties are evaluating various options to strengthen mutual relations.
Areas of Comprehensive Cooperation
The options on the agenda cover critical raw materials, digital trade, education, the mobility of skilled labor, defense, and Arctic security.
Expanding Canada's participation in the EU's education program, Erasmus, is also among the topics on the table.
Single Market and Integration Goals
Among the most ambitious options are strengthening Canada's ties with the EU Single Market and increasing the level of integration.
Canadian Prime Minister Carney stated that his country does not aim to become an EU member, but is preparing to establish a new and deeper partnership with the Union.
Agreements and Future Plans
It is aimed to complete the ratification process of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement signed in 2016.
Additionally, the EU-Canada Digital Trade Agreement is planned to be finalized by the end of the year.