On Wednesday, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke at the World Economic Forum in Davos, pointing out that “the old world order is breaking down and the superpowers are using economic integration as a weapon.”
— We live in an era of great power competition, in which the rule-based order is breaking down, the stronger can do whatever they want, and the weak must suffer as much as they must, the Canadian politician began his speech.
What did Mark Carney say in Davos?
How did Donald Trump react to Carney's speech?
How much support did Mark Carney gain in Canada?
How did the expert evaluate Carney's speech?
During his speech, Carney said Canada stands with Greenland and Denmark and fully supports their unique right to decide their own future. Ottawa also opposes tariffs on the island.
Donald Trump reacted to this speech by saying that Canada survives thanks to the USA, and Carney should be grateful for the Americans' previous generosity.
This is how Canada reacted to Mark Carney's speech in Davos
According to Reuters, Carney's highly rated speech in Davos received wide coverage in the country. Jonathan Kalles, a former adviser to former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, noted that Carney also gained support among some conservatives. The latest public opinion polls indicate that the politician's approval rating remains above 50 percent.
Michelle Rempel Garner, a Conservative MP from Alberta, described Carney's speech as accurately reflecting the realities of the current geopolitical situation and emphasized the need for mid-sized countries to act with determination.
“Carney shows courage in saying these things so publicly, and it's proud that the global reaction to his speech has been largely positive,” said Prof. Laura Stephenson, political science expert.
The expert assesses Mark Carney's speech in Davos
Prof. dealing with international relations. Jack Cunningham emphasized in an interview with Reuters that Canadians appreciate the fact that the prime minister still enjoys the respect of the US president, and many residents of the country feel proud of the attitude of their leader.
