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April 2026
The Namibian
Mark Carneycalled Israel's deployment of ground troops in Lebanon anillegal invasion violating Lebanon's integrity and sovereignty
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“Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called Israel's deployment of ground troops in Lebanon an "illegal invasion", which violates its "integrity and sovereignty".”
Mark Carneyhaileda new start in India-Canada relationship
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“The pacts, covering technology and renewable energy, were announced after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian counterpart Mark Carney hailed a new start in their nations' relationship.”
Mark Carneysaid Canada agreed tolandmark CAN$2.6 billion uranium supply deal with India
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“Carney said they agreed on a "strategic energy partnership with significant potential," including a CAN$2.6 billion (US$1.9 billion) uranium supply deal supporting India's nuclear ambitions.”
Canadian prime minister Mark Carneyexpressedsentiments about small and middle power alliance at World Economic Forum
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“This could facilitate more meaningful interaction with Brics+ and echo sentiments expressed by Canadian prime minister Mark Carney at last month's World Economic Forum in Switzerland.”
Prime Minister Mark Carneysaid he wasdevastated by the horrific acts of violence
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“Prime minister Mark Carney said he was "devastated" by the "horrific acts of violence" and announced he was suspending plans to travel to the Munich Security Conference on Wednesday, where he had been set to hold talks with allies on transatlantic defence readiness.”
Mark Carneyspoke atthe World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting in Davos
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“When the Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke at the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting in Davos this week, he emphasised the end of the rules-based international order and outlined how Canada was adapting by building strategic autonomy.”
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carneysaid that the'old order is not coming back'
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“It comes after French president Emmanuel Macron warned of a "shift towards a world without rules", and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the "old order is not coming back".”
Mexico became the first team to reach the knockout round of the World Cup with a 1-0 victory over South Korea, while Canada thrashed Qatar 6-0 to move towards the last 32 and secure their first ever World Cup victory.
Mexico became the first team to reach the knockout round of the World Cup with a 1-0 victory over South Korea, while Canada thrashed Qatar 6-0 to move towards the last 32 and secure their first ever World Cup victory.
Israel's defence minister announced that after the war with Hezbollah ends, Israel will maintain military control over a swath of southern Lebanon extending to the Litani River, and will demolish houses in border villages. Lebanon's government and international critics including the UN, Canada, and European nations have condemned the plan as an illegal occupation and collective punishment.
India and Canada have reached agreements on critical mineral cooperation and a uranium supply deal for nuclear power, with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Indian counterpart Narendra Modi announcing the pacts as part of efforts to reset strained ties and expand their partnership on energy, trade, and defence.
André du Pisani, an emeritus professor of politics, argues that the United States under Trump pursues a "predatory" form of realism that undermines global multilateralism and institutions. He calls for Namibia to conduct a comprehensive audit of its foreign relations and adopt a more integrated policy approach encompassing development, security, and economic diplomacy.
A shooter killed nine people and wounded 27 others at a secondary school and residence in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, on Tuesday. The suspect was found dead with an apparent self-inflicted injury, and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he was "devastated" by the attack, which is rare for Canada.
An editorial argues that Namibia's recent ministerial visit to Russia marks a pragmatic shift from historical solidarity to practical economic cooperation, with bilateral trade nearly doubling in 2024 and new opportunities in uranium, agriculture, and value-added manufacturing.
US President Donald Trump withdrew an invitation for Canada to join his newly established 'Board of Peace' international organization, following tensions with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney over economic coercion and global power dynamics. Canada had indicated willingness to join but declined to pay a proposed $1 billion membership fee for permanent members.
President Trump said the US has formed a "framework" for a potential deal on Greenland and the Arctic region after talks with NATO, abandoning threats to impose tariffs on European allies. Diplomatic sources indicated there was no agreement for American control of the autonomous Danish territory, though talks on mineral rights and military cooperation could continue.
US president Donald Trump has reiterated his intent to acquire Greenland, warning "there is no going back" and threatening 10% tariffs on eight European countries and 200% tariffs on French wine if they oppose the takeover. European leaders including French president Macron and EU Commission president Von der Leyen have rejected the proposal as a violation of Greenland and Denmark's sovereignty, with Macron calling for "respect to bullies" and the "rule of law to brutality."
Key European countries and US envoys met with President Zelensky in Paris to discuss security guarantees for a potential ceasefire in Russia's war against Ukraine, as representatives from 35 nations, including 27 heads of state, gathered to show alignment on Ukraine's post-war settlement.