Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on May 6.
President Trump and I have agreed to meet next Tuesday in Washington.
We’ll focus on addressing immediate trade pressures — and the future economic and security relationship between our two sovereign nations.
— Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) May 2, 2025
Carney, in his first press conference since the Liberal election win, said that he had a “constructive” call with Trump on Tuesday. “Shortly after the start of the election campaign, I spoke with him. On Tuesday, I had a very constructive call with President Trump, and we agreed to meet next Tuesday,” he said.
Carney said their main focus was on immediate pressures and the broader future of the economic relationship between the US and Canada.
“So, our focus will be on immediate pressures and the broader future of the economic relationship between our two sovereign nations. My government will fight to get the best deals for Canada. We will take all the time necessary. In parallel, we will strengthen our relationships with reliable trading partners,” he said.
In his presser, he said that a new Cabinet will be sworn in on May 12, on May 26, the parliament will be recalled, and on May 27, King Charles will deliver the speech from the throne.
Later this month, Canada will have the privilege of welcoming Their Majesties The King and Queen to Canada — where His Majesty King Charles III will deliver Canada’s speech from the throne.
This historic honour matches the weight of our times. pic.twitter.com/63IPN1OrXP
— Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) May 2, 2025
“We will begin to set out that new path with a new Cabinet to be sworn in on the week of the 12th of May, and the recall of parliament on May 26. We will have the privilege of welcoming His Majesty, King Charles III, who will deliver the speech from the throne on May 27. Her Majesty the Queen will join this visit,” he said.
Canadians elected a new government to stand up for Canada and build a strong economy.
As Prime Minister, I’ve heard that message loud and clear. Today, I’ve shared my plan to set out on a new path for Canada — and act with focus and determination.
— Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) May 2, 2025
In a post on X, Carney said, “Canadians elected a new government to stand up for Canada and build a strong economy. As Prime Minister, I’ve heard that message loud and clear. Today, I’ve shared my plan to set out on a new path for Canada – and act with focus and determination.”
Trump’s tariffs against Canadian exports seriously threaten the country’s economy and lasting stability. The US president’s decision to levy a 25 per cent duty on Canadian steel and aluminium, cars and car parts, and threats to tariff pharmaceuticals and lumber have shaken Canadian businesses and pushed the country toward recession. Carney has not sugarcoated this reality, warning of “tough days ahead” with pressure on Canadian employment.
