Canada’s Liberal Party, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, has secured a fourth consecutive term following a national election dominated by tensions with the United States, including a heated trade war and annexation threats from President Donald Trump.
While the Liberals fell short of a majority, winning 169 of the 343 seats in the House of Commons according to public broadcaster CBC, the party is set to form a minority government. The main opposition, the Conservative Party, captured 144 seats.
The outcome marks a dramatic reversal of fortunes for the Liberals, who had trailed in polls just weeks before the vote. Carney’s campaign, which focused heavily on protecting Canada’s sovereignty and economic interests from U.S. pressure, appears to have resonated with voters.
In his victory speech delivered in Ottawa late Monday, Carney warned of increasing threats to Canadian independence. “America wants our land, our resources, our water, our country,” he said. “President Trump is trying to break us so that America can own us; that will never … ever happen.”
U.S. President Trump called Carney on Tuesday to congratulate him on the win. According to a statement from the Canadian Prime Minister’s Office, the two leaders discussed the importance of maintaining a relationship between “independent, sovereign nations.” The leaders also agreed to meet in person in the near future.
The U.S. State Department issued a statement Tuesday through spokesperson Tammy Bruce, affirming Washington’s intention to continue working closely with Canada on trade, immigration, drug control, and countering Chinese influence in North America.
The election outcome has drawn swift reactions from global leaders, many of whom praised Canada’s commitment to democratic values and multilateral cooperation.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed the result, saying: “The bond between Europe and Canada is strong — and growing stronger.” British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron also offered congratulations, with Macron commending Carney’s leadership “in the face of the great challenges of our time.”
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi struck a diplomatic tone, noting ongoing tensions between the two countries. “India and Canada are bound by shared democratic values … I look forward to working with you to strengthen our partnership,” Modi said.
China, whose relationship with Ottawa has also been strained, expressed openness to improving bilateral ties. “China is willing to develop China-Canada relations on the basis of mutual respect, equality, and mutual benefit,” said foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun.
Carney’s win comes amid growing global unease over rising geopolitical tensions and uncertainty over U.S. foreign policy under Trump’s second term. Observers say the Liberals’ platform positioning Canada as a bulwark against American aggression helped galvanize public support.
Canada will now head into a period of minority governance, with Carney expected to seek support from smaller parties in Parliament to pass key legislation.
As the world watches Canada navigate its post-election landscape, the spotlight remains fixed on its evolving relationship with Washington.
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