Canada and Australia seek closer trade and policy ties

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda.

• Trade: The countries recorded nearly $8 billion in bilateral trade last year. The leaders discussed opportunities to expand trade, investment and financial-sector partnerships.
• Other cooperation: They welcomed progress in energy, critical minerals, defence and artificial intelligence, and discussed regulatory cooperation to support innovation and commercial ties.

The leaders agreed to stay in close contact.