Mark Carney, Canada’s prime minister, says he has not retracted remarks made during a phone call with President Trump about the US’s influence on world order. Carney denied a suggestion from US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent that he withdrew comments on Trump’s “irreversible rupture” of the global system. The Canadian leader reiterated that he spoke seriously at Davos, urging middle‑power nations to stop merely accommodating the United States and to unite to counter its political and economic clout. Carney also highlighted Canada’s recent trade deal with China that allows limited Chinese electric vehicles to enter Canada at reduced tariffs, and noted Canada’s joint statement with India on expanding oil and gas trade. He said the Trump threat of a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if the Canada‑China deal goes ahead was a negotiation tactic. The Canadian prime minister remains focused on strengthening Canada’s global relationships and will travel to India next month to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Trump reportedly pulled Canada’s invitation to join the Peace Council after the Davos comments, though Canada had not committed to the project. Carney’s remarks were widely praised internationally for their frankness and call for unity among middle powers.

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