Carney speaks with Hungary’s prime minister-elect to strengthen trade and defence ties
Hungary PM elect talks with Carney focus on trade, defence, and NATO cooperation
Carney congratulated Magyar on his election victory, with both leaders emphasizing the longstanding ties between Canada and Hungary as NATO allies and commercial partners.
Strong bilateral ties and growing potential
The leaders highlighted the depth of the Canada-Hungary relationship, noting the presence of more than 320,000 Canadians of Hungarian heritage as a key link between the two countries.
Both sides underscored opportunities to expand cooperation in:
- Trade and commerce
- Energy development
- Broader economic partnerships with the European Union
Canada’s continued engagement with European partners was identified as a key factor in strengthening long-term economic ties.
Defence and security cooperation
Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister-elect Magyar discussed enhancing collaboration on defence and security, including participation in the European Union’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative.
The discussions reflect Canada’s broader effort to deepen cooperation with NATO allies and strengthen collective defence capabilities in an evolving global security environment.
Focus on Ukraine and global stability
Both leaders emphasized the importance of achieving a just and lasting peace in Ukraine, reaffirming their shared commitment to international stability and coordinated diplomatic efforts.
Continued engagement
Carney and Magyar agreed to remain in close contact as Hungary’s new government takes shape and as both countries work to expand cooperation across economic and security sectors.
Source: Prime Minister’s Office (pm.gc.ca)
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