EU and Canada plan alliance
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The gist
EU and Canada plan a broad alliance to deepen trade and security ties.
The move counters US-China dominance and could reshape transatlantic relations.
Background
The European Union and Canada are working toward a new, all-encompassing relationship ranging from trade to security. This initiative comes as both seek to offset global power politics dominated by the US and China. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is expected to announce the plans at her state of the union address in Strasbourg, France, on Sept. 16, according to people familiar with the preparations.
How it unfolded
- Sep 8, 2026Bloomberg reports that the EU and Canada are planning a far-reaching alliance to strengthen partnership.
- Sep 16, 2026European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is expected to announce the plans at her state of the union address in Strasbourg, France.
- Sep 17, 2026Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will address European lawmakers the day after von der Leyen's speech.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- The EU and Canada are preparing to outline a broad strategic alliance aimed at deepening economic, defense, and trade ties.
Still unverified
The specific details of the alliance have not been officially confirmed; the announcement is expected on Sept. 16 based on sources familiar with preparations.