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Canada PM Hails Trump Over India-Pakistan Ceasefire
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney praised U.S. President Donald Trump for helping achieve peace between India and Pakistan during their meeting at the White House. Carney called Trump a “transformative president” and credited him with influencing regional stability.
Carney’s Comments
While speaking in the Oval Office, Carney said Trump’s actions had encouraged commitments to defense spending by NATO partners, boosted the economy, and contributed to peace from India to Pakistan. He also linked this with broader regional diplomacy involving Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Iran.
Contested Claims
Trump has frequently claimed credit for brokering the 2025 India-Pakistan ceasefire, asserting that his mediation led to a full and immediate truce. India has consistently denied that any third-party played a decisive role. The official Indian position is that the ceasefire was agreed directly between India and Pakistan’s military or diplomatic officials.
Diplomatic Context
Carney’s remarks come amid a warming of U.S.–Canada ties despite ongoing trade tensions. The praise is seen as a diplomatic gesture aimed at aligning Canada more closely with U.S. policy narratives. It may also help Carney strengthen relations while navigating domestic and international expectations.
