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EU chief opens door for Canada to become 'associate member'

EU chief opens door for Canada to become 'associate member'
BBC News Wednesday 16 September 2026, 09:34 UTC 1 min read
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Canada is seeking closer ties with EU after a breakdown in relations with the US and its president Donald Trump.

Canada is seeking closer ties with EU after a breakdown in relations with the US and its president Donald Trump.
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