CARNEY SAYS THE NEWS TODAY #politics #news #canada

Mark Carney was sworn in today as Canada’s 24th prime minister, taking over from Justin Trudeau. The ceremony took place at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, where Carney took the oath of office in the presence of Governor General Mary Simon. In his remarks, Carney addressed Canada’s trade tensions with the U.S., stating that he is prepared to engage with President Donald Trump but emphasized that Canada’s sovereignty must be respected. He also said his government would focus on protecting Canadian workers and promoting economic stability. Carney introduced a new cabinet with a streamlined focus. François-Philippe Champagne was named finance minister, Chrystia Freeland moved to transport and internal trade, and Dominic LeBlanc was assigned to international trade, with an emphasis on Canada-U.S. relations. His swearing-in comes amid economic uncertainty, particularly due to trade policies imposed by Trump, including tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum. Carney is expected to visit Europe to strengthen trade partnerships. A general election is likely in the near future, as Parliament is set to resume on March 24. Polls suggest a competitive race between Carney’s Liberals and Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives, who have been critical of Liberal economic policies. Carney, a former central banker, is expected to rely on his financial background to navigate the challenges ahead.