Canada–U.S. Relations: Mark Carney’s Rebuttal to Donald Trump
In a significant diplomatic exchange at the 2026 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney forcefully countered a provocative statement by U.S. President Donald Trump asserting that “Canada lives because of the United States.” Carney emphasised Canada’s sovereignty, resilience, and distinct national identity, underscoring broader tensions in Canada–U.S. relations amid shifting global geopolitical dynamics.