Carney, Erdogan launch ‘strong and resilient’ Canada-Turkiye partnership
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have launched a new strategic partnership focused on trade, defense, and energy. The agreement aims to diversify Canada's economic ties and includes cooperation in sectors like artificial intelligence.
Why it matters
This partnership signals a strategic pivot for Canada to reduce its economic reliance on the United States by strengthening ties with key geopolitical players like Turkey.
On trade, investment and innovation, leaders will work towards conclusion of a Canada-Turkiye Free Trade Agreement.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, left, welcomes Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney during an official ceremony at the Presidential Complex during his official visit to Turkiye, in Ankara on October 22, 2026 [Adem Altan / AFP] By Al Jazeera Staff , Anadolu and Reuters Published On 22 Oct 2026 22 Oct 2026 Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have announced the launch of a Canada-Turkiye Strategic Partnership, backed by a three-year action plan.
“In an increasingly complex global security environment, rising geopolitical uncertainties, and evolving humanitarian challenges, a strong and resilient Canada-Turkiye partnership is essential, providing a foundation to mitigate shared threats and capitalise on new opportunities,” said a statement by the two leaders on Thursday.
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