Prime Minister Carney Highlights Canada’s Global Leadership at United Nations General Assembly

NEW YORK CITY, NY – Prime Minister Mark Carney used the stage of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) to showcase Canada’s expanding role in trade, energy, and international security. His message was clear: in a world marked by instability, Canada is diversifying its partnerships, reinforcing multilateralism, and building new opportunities for Canadian workers.

Advancing Trade and Economic Partnerships

During UNGA, Prime Minister Carney emphasized Canada’s commitment to diversifying global trade relationships and strengthening supply chains. He met with leaders from Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean, highlighting new markets for Canadian industries, from agri-food to clean technology.

The Prime Minister announced $207 million in new international assistance, supporting global child nutrition, climate change adaptation, and biodiversity protection. Carney positioned these initiatives as not only humanitarian measures but also gateways to stronger economic ties.

The @UN general debate is a critical forum to build greater global cooperation.

Canada is here working to deepen our partnerships, create opportunities for Canadian workers, and support just and lasting peace where it’s needed most. pic.twitter.com/ltIrxp4JBZ

— Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) September 23, 2025

Commitment to Peace and Security

Canada also pledged $60 million to support stability in Haiti, including $40 million for international security efforts and $20 million to combat organized crime, arms smuggling, and drug trafficking across the region.

Carney underscored Canada’s recognition of the State of Palestine, reiterating support for a two-state solution as the path toward lasting peace in the Middle East. He called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, the release of hostages, protection of civilians, and expanded humanitarian aid.

Alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Carney co-chaired a high-level meeting on the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children, a Canada-Ukraine led initiative. The coalition continues to press Russia on the unlawful deportation of Ukrainian children and to coordinate efforts for their safe return and reintegration.

Looking Ahead

As G7 President, Carney will address the First Biennial Summit for a Sustainable, Inclusive and Resilient Global Economy, focusing on affordable financing for developing nations and accelerating progress on the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Carney also met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres, reaffirming Canada’s support for a strong United Nations capable of addressing today’s global challenges.

Quotes from Canadian Leaders

“Canada is a determined and ambitious nation that is rising to the challenges of a new age, and is helping build a world where prosperity is shared, where security is collective, and where peace is lasting.” — Prime Minister Mark Carney

“As the United Nations marks 80 years, Canada is stepping up to show that principled leadership matters.” — Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs

“Both Prime Minister Carney and Minister Anand have made a real difference in advancing Canada’s interests and values on a number of fronts.” — Bob Rae, Canada’s Ambassador to the UN

Background

• Canada is the UN’s seventh-largest donor, contributing over $2.2 billion in 2023 toward sustainable development, humanitarian relief, and peacekeeping.

• Canada co-chairs the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children with Ukraine, recently joined by Andorra and the European Union.

• Since February 2022, Canada has committed nearly $22 billion in assistance to Ukraine, including $2 billion in new military aid announced earlier this year.

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