The 'alliance for the future' between Canada and the EU is taking shape in Montreal: agreements on trade, research, and raw materials

Canada and the EU have established a unique alliance to enhance cooperation in trade, defense, and critical resources, aiming to counteract pressures from superpowers like the US and China. During a summit in Montreal, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and EU leaders signed a declaration to deepen ties without Canada formally joining the EU. Key areas of collaboration include digital trade agreements, access to supercomputing networks, and support for Ukraine. Despite some resistance to the term 'associated membership', both sides are committed to evaluating progress in six months and further defining the alliance by 2027.