Washington/Ottawa – Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House in a high-profile meeting that highlighted the close political and economic ties between the two countries. During the talks, Carney lauded Trump’s leadership, calling him a “transformative President” and praising his role in reshaping global geopolitics and economic policy.
In his remarks, Carney said, “You are a transformative President. Since then, we have seen transformation in the economy, unprecedented commitment to NATO partners to defence spending, peace from India, Pakistan and Armenia, and the disabling of Iran as a force of terror.” His comments reflected a strong endorsement of Trump’s foreign and security policies, a notable moment in Canada–U.S. relations.
The meeting focused on a range of critical issues, including trade, defense cooperation, energy security, and regional stability. Both leaders expressed their commitment to deepening bilateral ties and working together to address global challenges. According to officials, trade and economic collaboration featured prominently, with both sides reaffirming their intention to strengthen supply chains and investment flows between the two nations.
Trump welcomed Carney warmly, praising Canada as a “trusted partner and ally.” He highlighted the shared values and economic interests that underpin the relationship and expressed optimism about future cooperation. “Canada is doing a great job. Mark is a smart leader, and together we’re going to make North America stronger than ever before,” Trump said.
The meeting also touched on security issues, including NATO commitments and regional conflicts. Trump reiterated his push for allies to increase defense spending, a stance Carney appeared to support during his remarks. Both leaders discussed cooperation in counterterrorism and addressing emerging global security threats.
Analysts say Carney’s praise of Trump’s presidency represents a significant diplomatic signal, reflecting Ottawa’s pragmatic approach to maintaining strong ties with Washington despite shifting political winds. It also highlights Canada’s strategic interest in aligning closely with the U.S. on key economic and defense priorities.
The visit marks Carney’s first official bilateral meeting with Trump as Prime Minister. It is seen as setting the tone for a period of renewed engagement between Ottawa and Washington, with both leaders projecting unity on major policy fronts.