Canada's EU envoy on what to expect from 'historic' partnership in the works
Summary
Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the European Parliament to propose a historic "alliance for the future," seeking to deepen ties with the EU in sectors like defense, energy, and AI. While Canada’s ambassador designate emphasized mutual resilience and economic benefits, Conservative critics raised concerns about sovereignty and transparency, noting the government’s initial denial of "associate membership." The episode also covers political turmoil in British Columbia, where Conservative leader Carolyn Finley faces caucus defections and allegations of hiring a private investigator to spy …
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Show intro and today's headlines
Interview with EU Ambassador Designate Jonathan Wilkinson
BC Conservatives: PI scandal and caucus tensions
Conservative critique of EU associate membership
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Panel discussion on EU-Canada deal and US tariffs
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