Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen.
Prime Minister Trudeau highlighted Canada’s key priorities heading into its 2025 G7 Presidency, which include addressing global challenges and opportunities related to international peace and security, global economic stability and growth, and the digital transition. The two leaders underscored the importance of G7 members making progress on shared priorities, including supporting a just and sustainable peace in Ukraine as well as supporting an inclusive Syrian-led political governance structure.
The Prime Minister and the President exchanged views on geopolitical issues. They emphasized the importance of protecting the rules-based international order and respecting sovereignty. They also highlighted the importance of co-operation between Canada and the European Union to promote economic security for people on both sides of the Atlantic.
The two leaders welcomed the ceasefire and hostage deal reached by Israel and Hamas and encouraged all parties to engage constructively in negotiating the subsequent phases of the deal to ensure its full implementation.
Prime Minister Trudeau and President von der Leyen highlighted the close relationship between Canada and the European Union and reflected on the results of their close collaboration over the past several years. The leaders agreed to remain in close contact.