Carney Declares End of U.S.-Led International Order, Urges Canada to Adapt at Davos
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Summary
Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered a provocative speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, declaring that the longstanding U.S.-led, rules-based international order is over. He warned that middle powers like Canada must adapt to avoid coercion from powerful actors, referencing how great powers are using economic integration as weapons. Carney emphasized that Canada's traditional assumptions about geographic security and alliance protections are no longer reliable, urging a strategic pivot in foreign policy.
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middle powers like Canada must pivot to avoid falling prey to further 'coercion' from powerful actors
great powers are using economic integration as 'weapons'
our old, comfortable assumption that our geography and alliance memberships automatically [provide security]
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