Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed willingness on Monday to engage in dialogue with US President Donald Trump, noting their lack of direct communication.
"I am available for a call with Trump. Canada will talk on our terms as a sovereign country. I assume Trump is waiting to see who wins the General Election before calling the winner," he said during a speech.
Previously, Carney announced a snap election for April 28, citing the necessity for a robust mandate amid escalating US-Canada trade tensions and Trump's controversial calls for Canada to become America's 51st state. Carney took office 9 days ago, succeeding Justin Trudeau.
