Al Mayadeen English

  • Ar
  • Es
  • x
Al Mayadeen English

Slogan

  • News
    • Politics
    • Economy
    • Sports
    • Arts&Culture
    • Health
    • Miscellaneous
    • Technology
    • Environment
  • Articles
    • Opinion
    • Analysis
    • Blog
    • Features
  • Videos
    • NewsFeed
    • Video Features
    • Explainers
    • TV
    • Digital Series
  • Infographs
  • In Pictures
  • • LIVE
News
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Sports
  • Arts&Culture
  • Health
  • Miscellaneous
  • Technology
  • Environment
Articles
  • Opinion
  • Analysis
  • Blog
  • Features
Videos
  • NewsFeed
  • Video Features
  • Explainers
  • TV
  • Digital Series
Infographs
In Pictures
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • MENA
  • Palestine
  • US & Canada
BREAKING
Brigadier General Shakarchi to Al Mayadeen: Hezbollah is an independent force defending its country, just like all resistance movements in the region
Brigadier General Shakarchi to Al Mayadeen: All Iranians set aside their differences and united to confront the aggression
Brigadier General Shakarchi to Al Mayadeen: Words like surrender or retreat do not exist in our books or dictionaries, and any aggression will be met with unforgettable blows
Brigadier General Shakarchi to Al Mayadeen: Many Western countries rushed to send weapons to the [Israeli] entity after the end of its aggression against Iran
Brigadier General Shakarchi to Al Mayadeen: In the event of any mistake or act of aggression, we will cross all red lines
Brigadier General Shakarchi to Al Mayadeen: The Israeli army and US forces deployed across West Asia are within the range of our armed forces' firepower
Brigadier General Shakarchi to Al Mayadeen: The United States is primarily responsible for the war on Iran, and we warn it, its proxy, and all those who support them against launching any new aggression
Brigadier General Shakarchi to Al Mayadeen: Bases in West Asia will bear the consequences if the United States or the Zionist entity attempt to violate the ceasefire
Brigadier General Shakarchi to Al Mayadeen: The United States and the Zionists cannot be trusted, which is why we are determined to deliver a devastating response to any attempt at aggression
Brigadier General Shakarchi to Al Mayadeen: The information published by the United States and the Zionist entity about the true extent of their losses cannot be trusted

King Charles to open Canadian parliament amid US tensions

  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: Agencies
  • 26 May 2025 11:49
3 Min Read

King Charles is set to visit Ottawa to open Canada’s parliament as PM Mark Carney pushes back against Trump’s annexation rhetoric and trade threats.

Listen
  • x
  • Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney talks during a meeting with Britain's Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in 10 Downing Street, London, England, Monday March 17, 2025. (AP)
    Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney talks during a meeting with Britain's Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in 10 Downing Street, London, England, Monday March 17, 2025. (AP)

King Charles III will land in Ottawa on Monday to deliver the throne speech and open Canada's new session of parliament, a symbolic move interpreted as a response to US President Donald Trump's repeated annexation remarks and mounting trade tensions.

The visit, Charles’s first to Canada since his coronation, comes at the invitation of Prime Minister Mark Carney, who is looking to assert Canadian sovereignty and reorient economic ties beyond Washington.

As Canada’s head of state under the Commonwealth, Charles's presence underscores the country’s identity as a constitutional monarchy. His speech, typically delivered by the governor general, will outline the new government’s legislative agenda at the Senate on Tuesday, following full military honors. Queen Elizabeth II delivered the throne speech in Canada only twice during her reign, in 1957 and 1977.

Mark Carney, elected earlier this year, has voiced distrust toward the United States and vowed to "define a new economic and security relationship" with Washington. He criticized overreliance on US trade and announced plans to deepen commercial ties with other global partners while boosting internal commerce. According to Carney, King Charles's speech will chart a path for building “Canada strong” amid growing geopolitical pressure.

Related News

US ending all trade talks with Canada over new tax on US tech firms

Trump proposes Canada become 51st State for free Golden Dome

The government called the royal appearance “a momentous and historic occasion that underscores Canada's identity and sovereignty.” The visit also includes Queen Camilla, and the royal couple will meet community organizations and dignitaries, including Governor General Mary Simon and Indigenous leaders, before the parliamentary ceremony.

Trump’s annexation remarks

Tensions flared earlier this month when Trump once again floated the idea of annexing Canada, calling it “a wonderful marriage” during Carney’s Oval Office visit. The prime minister pushed back sharply, stating that Canada was “never for sale.” Though the US has not pursued annexation formally, Trump’s remarks, along with a history of tariffs on Canadian aluminum, steel, and auto sectors, have rattled Ottawa.

Pete Hoekstra, the US ambassador to Canada, dismissed the significance of Charles’s visit, saying, “If there’s a message in there, there are easier ways to send messages. Just give me a call.” He added that the annexation issue was “over,” and urged Canadians to “move on.”

King Charles has made no public comments regarding Trump’s annexation rhetoric, but observers will be closely watching his throne speech for subtle references to Canadian autonomy. The address will likely mirror Carney’s recent statements about securing Canada’s place in the world by asserting its independence both economically and diplomatically.

Canadian royal commentator Edward Wang, who traveled from Vancouver to attend the visit, told AFP, “At a time when the sovereignty of our country is being challenged, having our head of state open the first session of a new Parliament sends a signal.”

The brief 24-hour royal visit is being framed not just as ceremonial, but as a timely assertion of Canada’s sovereign identity amid political strain with its southern neighbor. With the throne speech expected to reflect the government’s policy of reduced dependency on the United States, the entire affair is being closely followed both domestically and abroad.

  • ottawa
  • Canada
  • King Charles
  • United Kingdom
  • Mark Carney
  • Donald Trump

Most Read

Syria demands 1/3 of Golan, Lebanese areas for 'Israel' peace deal

Syria demands 1/3 of Golan, Lebanese areas for 'Israel' normalization

  • MENA
  • 4 Jul 2025
Al-Qassam hits IOF groupings in Khan Younis; ‘tough incident’ reported

3 Israeli soldiers killed by Resistance gunfire in south, north Gaza

  • Palestine
  • 4 Jul 2025
Concrete and rubble fall from a heavily damaged building as Israeli soldiers search for survivors in a residential area hit by a missile fired from Iran, near Tel Aviv, occupied Palestine, Sunday, June 15, 2025 (AP)

'Israel' concealed damage inflicted by Iran in war, report finds

  • Politics
  • 5 Jul 2025
Trump to discuss Gaza, Iran with Netanyahu at Monday meeting

Trump: 'Israel' accepts ceasefire terms, Hamas to get final proposal

  • US & Canada
  • 1 Jul 2025

Coverage

All
The Ummah's Martyrs

Read Next

All
'Israel's Weizmann institute reels from 'unprecedented' damage
Palestine

'Israel's' Weizmann Institute reels from 'unprecedented' damage

'Israel' suffered $3 billion in losses from Iran’s attack on refinery
Palestine

'Israel' suffered $3bln in losses from Iran’s attack on refinery

UKMTO
Politics

Vessel attacked by small boats off Yemen’s Hodeidah, UKMTO reports

A Sheriff's deputy pauses while combing through the banks of the Guadalupe River near Camp Mystic after a flash flood swept through the area on July 5, 2025, in Hunt, Texas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
US & Canada

Death toll from Texas floods reaches 70, including 21 children

Al Mayadeen English

Al Mayadeen is an Arab Independent Media Satellite Channel.

All Rights Reserved

  • x
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Authors
Android
iOS