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EU's Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become an associate member

NPR · Sep 16, 2026, 10:48 AM UTC

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed making Canada the European Union's first associate member, a striking overture as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs drive Ottawa closer to Europe.

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