U.S. President Joe Biden has extended his congratulations to Mark Carney following his victory in Canada’s federal election, signaling continued cooperation between the two North American allies.
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I congratulate Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Liberal Party on their success in Canada’s election. I’m confident Mark will be a strong leader for the fundamental values and interests Canadians and Americans share.
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) April 29, 2025
In a post shared on social media, Biden wrote:
“I congratulate Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Liberal Party on their success in Canada’s election. I’m confident Mark will be a strong leader for the fundamental values and interests Canadians and Americans share.”
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The message is among the first official statements from global leaders following Carney’s win, and it underscores the importance of maintaining a strong Canada-U.S. relationship—especially amid recent political tensions stirred by former President Donald Trump.
Carney’s election comes at a time when both nations are grappling with major global issues, from trade and climate change to geopolitical stability. Biden’s warm tone reflects a desire to preserve the historically close alliance between the neighboring countries.
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Political analysts say Biden’s early show of support may help reset the tone of cross-border relations, especially as Carney begins his first term in office with a focus on defending Canadian sovereignty and rebalancing trade negotiations with Washington.
