The UK Prime Minister met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney this evening, 16 September 2026. The leaders began by highlighting the close cooperation between the UK and Canada.
They emphasised the importance of building similar close ties with European partners, particularly concerning trade and defence. The Prime Minister welcomed Canada's status as the first observer nation in the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) this summer, as discussions focused on strengthening defence cooperation and the work of the Multilateral Defence Mechanism and the Defence Security Resilience Bank.
The leaders also discussed the opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intelligence. They agreed on the importance of governments and the technology sector collaborating to address shared concerns and protect online safety. The leaders anticipate speaking again soon.