European Comission President Von der Leyen says the EU will move from a trade agreement with Canada to an alliance for the future

Trade EU and Canada will create a common prosperity and economic security space covering manufacturing, technology, energy, AI, defence and the Arctic. European Union is opening the door for Canada to become the first associate member, a status that does not exist under the bloc's treaties. Defence Threats are mounting and it is time for an Article 4-style EU security protocol. Announces plans to establish a European Security Council and a new European Instrument for military strategic enablers.