Global Brief The European Union is opening the door to a potentially unprecedented relationship with Canada, with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposing that Canada become the bloc’s first associate member.

The National Briefing · Sep 18, 2026 · 7m

Global Brief The European Union is opening the door to a potentially unprecedented relationship with Canada, with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposing that Canada become the bloc’s first associate member. The proposal comes as both sides look to deepen economic, security and strategic ties amid shifting global alliances. Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is in Beijing for talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, his second visit to China since the conflict with the US and Israel began. The timing is significant, coming just ahead of a planned…