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EU Proposes New Alliance with Canada | Yakima News
The EU is proposing a groundbreaking “associate membership” partnership with Canada, led by President Ursula von der Leyen, to deepen ties on climate, defense, and trade amid global uncertainty. While EU lawmakers cheered the idea, skepticism remains over deliverables and approval hurdles. Canada’s PM Mark Carney sees it as a strategic pivot away from U.S. friction, aiming for a “unique alliance” without full EU membership. Practical roadblocks include Canada’s closed telecom and dairy sectors, but talks are advancing ahead of a key summit focused on Arctic collaboration and tech innovation —…
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