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Carney’s Saudi Reset | Calgary News
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney is making a historic trip to Saudi Arabia — the first by a Canadian PM in 26 years — to revive and deepen ties after a bitter 2018 diplomatic rupture sparked by a controversial tweet. Now, with relations thawed since 2023, Carney’s agenda centers on boosting trade in energy, critical minerals, and infrastructure, meeting Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to unlock new investment opportunities. While economic pragmatism drives the shift, human rights advocates urge him to address past concerns — even as officials stress engagement doesn’t mean endorsement…
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