PM Mark Carney and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola speak to media – September 17, 2026

Prime Minister Mark Carney and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola hold a joint news conference in Strasbourg, France, following the prime minister’s address to the European Parliament. The prime minister faces questions on whether there will be a debate and vote in Parliament over the possibility of Canada becoming the first associate member of the European Union. He is also asked about U.S. President Donald Trump’s reaction to EU’s offer to Canada.