Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks during the 56th annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on Tuesday. Reuters
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Carney Warns 'Rules-Based Order Fading', Urges Middle Powers to Unite at Davos

  • Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney warned at Davos that the international rules-based order is eroding, urging middle-sized countries to unite.
  • Carney criticized major powers for using economic tools as instruments of pressure, citing 'tariffs as leverage' and 'supply chains as vulnerabilities'.
  • He specifically opposed Washington's tariffs over Greenland, backing Denmark's sovereignty and calling for focused talks.
  • Carney emphasized that middle powers must act together, stating, 'if we're not at the table, we're on the menu'.
  • He also highlighted Canada's deal with China, noting 'clear guard rails' but 'huge opportunities' in various sectors.

Why It Matters: Mark Carney warns of a fading rules-based order, urging middle powers to unite against dominant states' economic pressure.

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