European capitals were reportedly caught off guard after Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed opening the door for Canada to become the European Union’s first associate member. The announcement came during her annual address to the European Parliament, where Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney received a standing ovation. The proposed partnership could deepen cooperation in technology, defense, and energy while offering Canada closer ties without full membership. The idea now requires discussion among EU governments and Canadian officials formally.
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