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Hegseth warns ‘threat China poses is real'
Hegseth warns ‘threat China poses is real'

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Hegseth warns ‘threat China poses is real'

Hegseth warns 'threat China poses is real' US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, speaking to Asia's premier defense forum in Singapore, delivered a dire warning to the world: China's designs on Taiwan pose a threat to global peace and stability that requires 'our allies and partners do their part on defense.' While Hegseth made clear that Washington does not seek conflict with China, he stressed the Trump administration would not let aggression from Beijing stand. 00:50 - Source: CNN Palestinian UN envoy breaks down talking about Gaza's children The Palestinian ambassador to the UN made an emotional address, saying more than 1,300 children have been killed in Gaza since Israel ended the ceasefire in March. 01:19 - Source: CNN Political candidate wears body armor daily CNN's David Culver met César Gutiérrez Priego as he was readying to campaign for office in Mexico City. Gutiérrez Priego, who is running for a seat on the Supreme Court in Mexico, shows Culver the safety precautions he takes with political violence in Mexico at an all-time high. See Culver's full reporting on CNN. 00:53 - Source: CNN Harvard students and faculty speak out against Trump Harvard students and faculty spoke to CNN ahead of commencement as Donald Trump said the university should cap foreign enrollment. The Trump administration has recently sought to cancel $100 million in contracts with the school. 02:03 - Source: CNN Palestinians desperate for food rush US-backed aid site Scores of people rushed over fencing and through barricades in southern Gaza on the first day a US-Israeli-backed aid site was opened. CNN's Jeremy Diamond explains the desperate humanitarian situation that remains in the region. 01:22 - Source: CNN Journalists spit on at Jerusalem Day flag march Ultra-nationalist Israeli Jews chanted anti-Arab slogans as they marched through Jerusalem's Old City to mark Jerusalem Day. CNN's Oren Liebermann describes heavy police presence on the ground. Members of the crowd were seen spitting on journalists, including a CNN producer. 01:50 - Source: CNN Finland's president responds to Russian military activity along border CNN's Erin Burnett speaks with Finland's President Alexander Stubb about his country ramping up its military to deter potential Russian aggression. 02:16 - Source: CNN King Charles stresses Canada's 'self determination' amid pressure from US King Charles III delivered the ceremonial Speech from the Throne in the Canadian Senate. The address marks only the second time in Canadian history that the reigning sovereign has opened parliament, and the third time that the British monarch has delivered the address. 00:42 - Source: CNN Huge ship refloated after nearly crashing into house A larger container ship has been refloated after nearly crashing into a house in Norway. According to local police, the navigator had fallen asleep at the helm. 00:42 - Source: CNN Vehicle plows into crowd in Liverpool Police in the United Kingdom say a man has been arrested after a car plowed into Liverpool fans celebrating during the soccer club's Premier League trophy parade. 01:14 - Source: CNN Iran's Foreign Ministry on progress of Iran-US talks Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei gave an exclusive interview to CNN's Fred Pleitgen on the progress of continuing nuclear talks with the US. Baqaei told CNN that any attempt by the Trump administration to 'deprive' Iranians of their right to nuclear energy would be 'very problematic'. But he also said that there were many ways to come to a compromise. Iran and the United States concluded a fifth round of talks in Rome on Friday. 01:16 - Source: CNN Video of President Macron's wife 'pushing' him goes viral A video of French President Macron's wife pushing him as they disembarked a flight has caught the attention of Russian trolls after going viral. While Macron himself tried to downplay the video saying it merely showed a couple 'bickering,' it's not the first time Russian troll accounts and state media outlets have tried to use videos of the French president to spread disinformation. CNN's Saskya Vandoorne has more. 01:35 - Source: CNN Israeli strikes were one of this hostage's biggest fears in captivity An Israeli soldier released by Hamas during a ceasefire-hostage deal has said one of her biggest fears during captivity were strikes carried out by Israel. It's 'what endangered me more than anything,' Na'ama Levy said. The former hostage's comments came after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said earlier this month that defeating Israel's enemies is the 'supreme objective' and more important than securing the release of the remaining hostages in Gaza. 00:57 - Source: CNN Nine of this doctor's children killed in Gaza Dr. Alaa al-Najjar left her ten children at home when she went to work in the emergency room at the Nasser Medical Complex in southern Gaza. Hours later, the bodies of seven children - most of them badly burned - arrived at the hospital, according to the Ministry of Health in Gaza. They were Dr. Najjar's own children, killed in an Israeli strike on her home. The bodies of two more of her children – a 7-month-old and a 12-year-old who authorities presume to be dead – remain missing. 02:03 - Source: CNN Harvard foreign student describes atmosphere of 'pure panic' CNN spoke to 20-year-old Abdullah Shahid Sial, a rising junior and student body co-president at Harvard University, about his reaction to the Trump administration's decision to revoke the university's ability to enroll international students. A federal judge temporarily halted the Trump administration's ban on Friday, after the nation's oldest and wealthiest college filed a suit in federal court. 01:29 - Source: CNN This Indian YouTuber is accused of spying An Indian travel vlogger has been arrested on suspicion of spying for Pakistan just days after tensions soared between the two longtime rival nations following an attack last month that left 26 tourists dead in India-administered Kashmir. Police say that 'in the pursuit of views, followers, and viral content, she fell into a trap.' 01:46 - Source: CNN See what Gaza's hotels looked like before the war When Donald Trump announced his plans to turn war-torn Gaza into the "Riviera of the Middle East," many Palestinians were angered. CNN spoke to two hoteliers, who explained what life was like before the war and their hopes for the future. 01:51 - Source: CNN Mountaineers scaled Mt. Everest in less than a week Mountaineers usually spend weeks or months acclimating to high altitudes before ascending Mt. Everest. But one group accomplished the feat in less than a week after using an anesthetic gas that critics warn could be dangerous. 01:40 - Source: CNN See moment OceanGate team noticed something wrong Newly released video shows OceanGate founder and CEO Stockton Rush's wife, Wendy Rush, who was working on the communications and tracking team, notice the sound of a 'bang' while monitoring the submersible. The Titan submersible imploded on June 18, 2023, killing all five passengers on board. 00:49 - Source: CNN

Translators' Voices: President Xi's macro-historical perspective regards history as a strategic resource to guide practice
Translators' Voices: President Xi's macro-historical perspective regards history as a strategic resource to guide practice

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time22-05-2025

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Translators' Voices: President Xi's macro-historical perspective regards history as a strategic resource to guide practice

Global Times: Xi stresses learning from WWII to build global peace, resist hegemony, and uphold fair international order Beijing, China, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- "Learning from History to Build Together a Brighter Future" - this is Chinese President Xi Jinping's signed article published in the Russian Gazette newspaper ahead of his arrival in Russia for a state visit and attendance at the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War. The article emphasizes the importance of "upholding a correct historical perspective on WWII," "upholding the postwar international order," and "firmly defending international fairness and justice."During his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on May 8, President Xi reiterated that in face of the countercurrent of unilateralism and the act of power politics and bullying in the world, China will work with Russia to take a clear stand to jointly promote the correct historical perspective on WWII, firmly defend the victory of WWII, and promote an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic history, studying history, and drawing lessons from history are distinctive features of President Xi's governance philosophy. Readers of the book Xi Jinping: The Governance of China will likely share a common perception - President Xi places great emphasis on a macro-historical perspective, using history as a critical framework and starting point for analyzing issues, observing trends, and strategizing. The article "Remember the Past and Our Martyrs, Cherish Peace, and Build a New Future" clearly reflects President Xi's consistent stance and attitude toward history, as well as his profound understanding of the importance and necessity of upholding a correct historical the fourth installment of the "Decoding the Book of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China" series, the Global Times continues to invite Chinese and international scholars, translators of the work, practitioners of its concepts, and overseas readers to share their insights, understandings and reflections on the macro-historical perspective of "learning from the history to create a better future." In the fourth installment of "Translator's Voices" column comprised of interviews with translators of the book series from various countries, Global Times (GT) reporters Xu Liuliu and Li Yuche talked to Timofey Bakhvalov, a Russian-language translation expert from the Foreign Languages Press. He was deeply involved in the translation and editorial work for the Russian editions of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China Volumes III and In the book Xi Jinping: The Governance of China, President Xi repeatedly emphasized that "History is the best textbook, as well as the best dose of sobriety," and that "history is the best teacher." This demonstrates President Xi's profound emphasis on a "macro-historical perspective," which sees history as a crucial coordinate and starting point for contemplating issues, observing overarching trends, and formulating strategies. As the translator of Volumes III and IV of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China book series, how do you perceive President Xi's macro-historical perspective? Timofey Bakhvalov: Through translating Xi Jinping: The Governance of China book series and other translation projects, I have come to deeply admire President Xi's profound respect for history. With broad strategic vision and keen historical insight, he offers a systematic exposition of the "macro-historical perspective." If I were to summarize my understanding of President Xi's "macro-historical perspective" in a concise manner, it would be this: He positioned the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation within three key dimensions - the millennial-long history of Chinese civilization, the century-long modern history of China, and the ongoing exploration to advance the path of socialism with Chinese characteristics in the new era. Drawing wisdom from China's history, President Xi has always had a profound respect for China's over 5,000-year-old civilization. He consistently draws upon the rich wellspring of Chinese culture to inform his philosophy of governance, refining a series of ideas and principles imbued with contemporary significance. Core concepts such as "putting the people first," "a just cause should be pursued for the common good," "harmony without uniformity," and his people-centered philosophy, are deeply rooted in the fertile soil of China's traditional culture. Remembering and learning from Chinese modern history, President Xi has always remembered and placed great importance on the arduous journey undertaken by the Chinese people in modern times, marked by their unyielding determination to strive for national independence and liberation, often at tremendous sacrifice. President Xi emphasizes the need to remember history and draw lessons from it, and to fortify the nation's resolve to advance along the path of socialism with Chinese characteristics in the new era. He frequently references historical events such as the Opium War and the Eight-Power Allied Forces' invasion of China, using them as solemn reminders for the nation to remain vigilant in times of peace, draw strength from adversity, and strive unceasingly for the rejuvenation of the nation. Drawing confidence from China's great implementation of reform and opening-up and with firm confidence in that path, China's reform and opening-up represent a great awakening under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC). It has profoundly transformed China and influenced the Xi has drawn many important principles and methods from the historical experience of reform and opening-up, all of which hold extraordinary significance for contemporary summary, President Xi's "macro-historical perspective" is not a mere retrospective contemplation of history itself, but rather a strategic route for guiding practice. Through in-depth study and reflection on history, and through discerning underlying patterns of historical narratives, he guides us with a clearer understanding of China's current development and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. As a translator, I believe only by gaining a deep understanding of China's historical context and cultural philosophy can one faithfully convey the essence of President Xi's thought. GT: Establishing a correct historical perspective is to take a clear yet unequivocal stand against historical nihilism. In his recently signed article titled "Learning from History to Build Together a Brighter Future," President Xi emphasized, "We must uphold a correct historical perspective on WWII." "Any attempt to distort the historical truth of WWII, deny its victorious outcome, or defame the historic contributions of China and the Soviet Union is doomed to fail. In your view, what constitutes a "correct historical perspective on WWII"? How should China and Russia shoulder the responsibility to uphold the correct historical perspective?Timofey Bakhvalov: This is indeed a highly important question. In my view, a "correct historical perspective on WWII" should encompass several core elements. First, it is imperative to acknowledge and emphasize that fascism was the root cause of WWII. The aggression of the powers, including German nazism, Japanese militarism and Italian fascism, must be unequivocally condemned. Their heinous crimes against world peace and humanity must be firmly opposed. This is the fundamental criterion for distinguishing right from it is essential to fully affirm the great victory of the World Anti-Fascist War. Peoples of all nations made tremendous sacrifices to defeat fascism. The significance of this victory must never be denied, nor allowed to be distorted or erased from it is imperative to firmly acknowledge China's enormous contributions and sacrifices made in the World Anti-Fascist War. As the primary front of the war in the East, China withstood enormous losses with more than 35 million casualties. Fourth, it is essential to embrace an objective and impartial evaluation of the Soviet Union's role in WWII. As the principal force on the European front in the fight against German Nazism, the Soviet Union made a decisive contribution to the ultimate defeat of German for how to jointly uphold a correct historical perspective on WWII, I believe it is important to encourage historians to engage in in-depth academic research on WWII. Continuous efforts should be made to uncover, organize, and publish comprehensive and reliable historical records, with the goal of presenting an accurate and authentic account of history. In particular, encouragement must be placed on studying the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and better conveying China's historical war-related stories to the public. The history of WWII should be integrated into the national education curriculum to cultivate the young generation with a strong sense of historical awareness and patriotism from an early beyond domestic efforts, China should work closely with the international community - especially with the major Allied nations of WWII - to jointly resist any attempts to distort historical facts or whitewash fascist atrocities. Through international academic exchanges, collaborative research, and other forms of cooperation, we can deepen global consensus on the history of WWII. Upholding a correct historical perspective on WWII is essential for maintaining global peace and justice, and for safeguarding the future of all humanity. As a translator, I will do my utmost through my work to help more people understand the historical truths of WWII, and to contribute my part to the global effort of safeguarding an accurate historical Studying history serves to reflect on the present and look toward the future. In the book Xi Jinping: The Governance of China, President Xi emphasized, during the commemoration to mark the 70th Anniversary of Victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and World War II, the importance of "remembering the past and our martyrs, cherishing peace, and building a new future." During his recent visit to Russia, President Xi wrote a signed article titled "Learning from History to Build Together a Brighter Future," in which he pointed out, "We must learn from history, especially the hard lessons of the Second World War. We must draw wisdom and strength from the great victory in the World Anti-Fascist War, and resolutely resist all forms of hegemonism and power politics. We must work together to build a brighter future for humanity." Standing at the significant historical milestone of the 80th anniversary of victory in the World Anti-Fascist War, how do you interpret President Xi's statements? How should we safeguard the outcomes of WWII and remember history to illuminate the future?Timofey Bakhvalov: President Xi Jinping's discourses not only represent a profound reflection rooted in history, but also demonstrate a penetrating foresight into future global development."History is a mirror" and "Remember history to illuminate future" are key concepts repeatedly emphasized by President Xi, epitomizing his "macro-historical perspective." Only by drawing lessons from history can the world avoid repeating past calamity. I noticed in the book Xi Jinping: The Governance of China that President Xi said, "We should follow the trend of history, and work toward a stable international order."Today, 80 years later, the world still faces intensifying unilateralism, hegemonism, bullying, and domineering practices, severely challenging the international system. Some countries disregard international law and rules, waving the banner of "national priority" to arbitrarily impose sanctions, creating tremendous instability and uncertainty for global security and development. The pursuit of hegemony and bullying represents a countercurrent to the historical this context, President Xi's call to "firmly uphold the UN-centered international system, the international order underpinned by international law, and the basic norms of international relations based on the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, and steadily promote an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization" carries extraordinary contemporary the international system with the United Nations at its core is crucial for safeguarding global peace and security. Upholding the status and role of the UN means upholding multilateralism, international cooperation, and world peace. Preserving the international order based on international law serves as a vital foundation for maintaining fairness and justice, as adherence to international law ensures stability and predictability in international relations. Upholding the fundamental norms of international relations rooted in the purposes and principles of the UN Charter is a prerequisite for building a new type of international relations. The UN Charter, which advocates peace, development, cooperation, and win-win outcomes, remains the fundamental guideline for handling international Xi has profoundly stated the need to "steadily promote an equal and orderly multipolar world and universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization." This demonstrates China's unwavering commitment to the path of peaceful development and its advocacy for building a community with a shared future for mankind. China stands ready to work with all countries to jointly address global challenges and safeguard global peace and development. Such a vision aligns with historical trends and the will of the people, charting a course toward lasting peace and shared prosperity amid profound global transformations, while offering Chinese wisdom and solutions to the a translator, I deeply understand the sacred mission entrusted to me. I will spare no effort to accurately convey President Xi's important ideas, transmit China's voice to more Russian people, and contribute my modest strength to enhancing mutual understanding between Chinese and Russian people while promoting world peace and development. The article first appeared in the Global Times: Company: Global Times Contact Person: Anna Li Email: editor@ Website: City: Beijing Disclaimer:This press release may contain forward-looking statements. 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World most violent it has been for decades
World most violent it has been for decades

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time22-05-2025

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World most violent it has been for decades

Violence is more widespread today than it has been in decades, with armed conflict touching every major region, according to data analysed by The Telegraph. Last year, varying levels of conflict were reported across at least 50 different countries, from the civil war in Myanmar to extreme violence between drug cartels in Mexico, according to the Armed Conflict Location & Event Data (ACLED). Experts predict that the trend will probably continue throughout 2025 and beyond. Across the 50 countries, there were at least 56 active conflicts – one of the largest quantities since 1946 – 'with fewer conflicts being resolved, either militarily or through peace agreements', the Global Peace Index estimated. 'The level of violence happening is certainly at one of its highs since the Second World War,' said Clionadh Raleigh, the founder and director of ACLED. The only year to exceed 56 was 2023, which recorded 59 armed conflicts, according to certain estimates. 'More organised violence is happening in more places – leading us to consider that we are now in a more violent time,' said Ms Raleigh. Experts estimate that at least one in every six people is exposed to some level of conflict. This conflict is not only spread out over a larger area, but has become more deadly and more complex, according to The Telegraph's analysis of data from ACLED and the Uppsala Conflict Data Programme. Between 2010 and 2019, the global death toll resulting from armed conflict was more than 953,000. In only half the time, between 2020 and the end of 2024, the number of fatalities has reached nearly 10.5 million. The increase can largely be attributed to the eruption of three major conflicts – the military coup in Myanmar in 2021, the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, and the Israel-Hamas War, which began in 2023. These conflicts were responsible for more than half the fatalities recorded in 2024. Since 2021, the annual number of deaths from armed conflict has hovered about 200,000, peaking at more than 310,000 in 2022 following the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The only other instance in recent history when the global death toll exceeded 200,000 was at the peak of the Rwandan genocide in 1994, when more than 800,000 people were killed in one year. The number of deaths dropped slightly in 2023, which can largely be attributed to the end of the conflict in Ethiopia's Tigray region, which accounted for 60 per cent of the battle-related deaths in 2021 and 2022. According to The Telegraph's analysis, the death toll from conflict was most widespread in 2024, meaning every region of the world had a comparable share of deaths resulting from armed conflict – with no single region dominating. Deaths resulting from conflicts in Europe – largely owing to the war in Ukraine – made up 33 per cent of the total. Fatalities from armed conflict in Africa made up 27 per cent and wars in the Middle East, including the war in Gaza as well as the Sudanese civil war, accounted for 19 per cent. Europe, the Americas, Asia and Oceania, and Africa (excluding 1994) all recorded higher average death tolls over the past five years than at any other point since 1989, when UCDP started recording data. The only region where this has not been the case is the Middle East, which recorded higher death tolls between 2014 and 2019 during the peak of the Syrian civil war. Although the death toll in the Middle East has been rising because of the war in Gaza, experts don't expect it to exceed the scale it was at 10 years ago. While death toll is an important metric in understanding the severity of a conflict, it does not tell the whole story. Ms Raleigh explained that ACLED's data analysis included other factors, such as dispersion, impact on civilians and fragmentation, which could inform the severity of a crisis. For example, while Ukraine recorded the most conflict-related deaths at more than 67,000 in 2024, it was ranked 14th on ACLED's index. Ms Raleigh said that this largely came down to the different groups involved in the war. 'It's not at all a fragmented war – very few classic interstate wars are fragmented,' she said, referring to the number of actors involved in the conflict. However, in other conflicts, such as in Myanmar – which was ranked second on ACLED's index despite having a lower death toll than Ukraine – there were hundreds of armed groups engaged in dozens of different battles. 'In places like Myanmar, there are 50 new groups that appear every week while others fall out and others reassemble, there's a constant churn,' said Ms Raleigh, adding that the more groups involved, the harder it could be to reach a resolution. A conservative estimate puts the number of new armed groups in Myanmar, previously known as Burma, close to 3,000 since 2021, though not all remain operational. This figure doesn't include the groups that existed before the coup and have been fighting the central military as well as each other on and off for decades. The only place to exceed Myanmar on the index was Gaza, which ACLED reported to be the 'most dangerous and violent place in the world in 2024'. More than 80 per cent of the Palestinian population was exposed to conflict last year and at least 35,000 fatalities were recorded as Israel continued its campaign in Gaza following the attack by Hamas on Oct 7 the previous year. ACLED is generally seen as the leading source for conflict data, but other organisations have their own methods of evaluating conflict and ranking countries. The Global Peace Index (GPI), which categorises nations in reverse order – from most to least peaceful – ranked the Palestinian territories as 145th (19th place) and Myanmar as 148th (16th). Instead, Yemen topped the list as the 'the least peaceful country in the world' in 2024, which GPI attributed to the internal strife exacerbated by the Israel-Hamas War – specifically attacks from the Yemen-based Houthis against Israeli targets, which prompted retaliatory missile, drone and air strikes from the US and UK. Another metric used to analyse conflict is the impact on civilians, both in terms of the number of civilians killed as well as the number whose quality of life is affected. Siri Aas Rustad, the research director at Peace Research Institute Oslo, said: 'Most people who are affected by conflict are not killed. 'They lose health facilities, they lose schooling, they live in fear, they suffer food insecurity,' she said, noting that this figure was also trending upward at present. 'The share of people living in conflict has increased substantially and is on the rise since the 1990s. It has doubled from 1990 until now.' Ms Rustad explained that to understand the rate of conflict today it was important to look back at the early 2000s, which were a 'very peaceful period'. She said: 'In that period ,the UN worked much better, relationships between states were much better, Russia was not as powerful and expansive as it is now, the US had a different administration so it was easier for the global community to work together.' Ms Rustad also noted that reporting abilities had improved in the past 25 years, which meant that more conflict was being recorded than it may have been previously. Conflict scholars have also recently been watching the exchanges between India and Pakistan, which began in late April with an attack in the Indian-controlled part of Kashmir. However, a ceasefire set on May 12 appears to be holding. While less than halfway through the year, experts expect that the levels of violence will remain high through 2025, potentially even increasing by 20 per cent, according to ACLED's estimates. Based on previous trends, Ms Rustad predicted that the world was 'heading towards more violence', but that eventually the tide would turn. 'We'll probably see a sustained high level for several years – whether that's two years or five years is hard to say, but it will probably go down,' she said. 'All conflicts end, it just takes time. Think of it in terms of cycles and right now we're in a bad cycle.' Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.

Germany says China has a ‘responsibility for global peace'
Germany says China has a ‘responsibility for global peace'

Al Arabiya

time19-05-2025

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Germany says China has a ‘responsibility for global peace'

Germany said Monday that China has 'a responsibility for global peace' after Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul discussed Russia's war against Ukraine with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. 'Russia's war in Ukraine affects core European interests,' the foreign ministry said in a message on X after Wadephul's first phone call with Wang since taking up his post, and amid growing concerns about Beijing's close relationship with Moscow.

Readout - Prime Minister Carney meets with Chancellor of Germany Friedrich Merz
Readout - Prime Minister Carney meets with Chancellor of Germany Friedrich Merz

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time18-05-2025

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Readout - Prime Minister Carney meets with Chancellor of Germany Friedrich Merz

ROME, Italy, May 18, 2025 /CNW/ - Prime Minister's Office Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, ahead of their attendance at the inaugural Mass of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV. The leaders congratulated each other, following the Prime Minister's election win and the Chancellor's election and recent appointment. They discussed opportunities to strengthen trade and investment between Canada and Germany, particularly in the areas of defence industrial capacity and energy. As Allies and partners, the Prime Minister and the Chancellor discussed their shared commitment to upholding global peace and security, including helping Ukraine achieve a just and lasting peace. Prime Minister Carney and Chancellor Merz agreed to remain in close contact. Associated Link Canada-Germany relations This document is also available at SOURCE Prime Minister's Office View original content: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data

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