By Laurenz Van de Sande — CryptoNewsHub
Brussels / New York — November 23, 2025 | 11:49am CET

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirmed their countries’ strategic partnership during a bilateral meeting held Saturday on the sidelines of the G20 summit in South Africa, according to a joint statement released Sunday. The leaders emphasized cooperation across advanced technologies, resource security, and global stability as both nations navigate a shifting geopolitical landscape.

Carney and Merz agreed to deepen collaboration on Sovereign AI initiatives, critical minerals, clean energy development, aerospace innovation, and defense coordination. The two leaders also underscored their shared position on the war in Ukraine, reiterating that any resolution must be shaped with Kyiv’s direct involvement and must aim for what they described as a “just and lasting” peace.

The Middle East was another focal point of the meeting. Both leaders expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis and “agreed on the need to allow the entry of humanitarian assistance at scale,” signaling a potential push for stronger international pressure to secure access for aid organizations.

The reaffirmed partnership highlights the growing alignment between Ottawa and Berlin as they prepare for complex challenges involving global security, technological sovereignty, and resource resilience.

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