Mark Carney,in his inaugural press conference following the Liberal election victory

Prime Minister Mark Carney, in his inaugural press conference following the Liberal election victory, emphasized his commitment to enhancing Canada's economy.


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FULL SPEECH | Carney outlines his government's priorities in 1st post-election news conference

He announced plans to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump next week and confirmed that King Charles will visit Canada to deliver the upcoming throne speech. Carney stated that he looks forward to "difficult, but constructive" discussions with Trump during their meeting at the White House on Tuesday. He also highlighted the significance of King Charles delivering the throne speech in person, noting that it "underscores" Canada's sovereignty. During this press conference, Carney addressed key policy initiatives, reaffirming his campaign promises, including a middle-class tax cut and the reduction of internal trade barriers by Canada Day, July 1. Additionally, he shared plans for a byelection to enable Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre to run for a seat, following the resignation of a Conservative MP in a predominantly blue Alberta riding. Poilievre accepted this opportunity with a sense of "humility." Conservative MPs are set to convene on Tuesday to select an interim leader to represent their party in Parliament.

Related Highlights:
- Carney anticipates "challenging talks" with President Trump.
- The Prime Minister emphasizes King Charles' visit as a reinforcement of Canadian sovereignty.
- Carney plans to initiate a byelection upon the Conservatives' request for Poilievre's candidacy.

- Preparations are underway for Carney's significant visit to the White House.

Visual Summary: Mark Carney, donned in a dark blue suit, was photographed outside Parliament Hill in Ottawa, marking the occasion of his first news conference post-election. For further insights on how governing with a minority government may unfold for Carney, explore our colleague Aaron Wherry's analysis of potential collaborations between the Prime Minister and other political parties.