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EU chief backs plan for Canada to become 'associate member'

EU chief backs plan for Canada to become 'associate member'
BBC News Thursday 17 September 2026, 00:32 UTC 1 min read
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Trump, who has frequently clashed with Canada's PM, threatens to cut trade with the European Union in response to the proposal.

Trump, who has frequently clashed with Canada's PM, threatens to cut trade with the European Union in response to the proposal.
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