
Mark Carney sworn in as Canada’s new prime minister, replacing Trudeau
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The former central banker has promised to deliver ‘action’ as country faces hostility on trade from the United States.
Mark Carney has been sworn in as the new prime minister of Canada, ending Justin Trudeau’s nearly 10-year tenure in the role.
The 59-year-old ex-central banker took the oath of office on Friday, naming a streamlined cabinet and pledging to uphold Canada’s interests in the face of tariff threats from United States President Donald Trump.
Governor General Mary Simon — the personal representative of King Charles, who is Canada’s head of state — presided over the ceremony at Rideau Hall in the capital, Ottawa.
“We’re building a government that meets the moment. Canadians expect action — and that’s what this team will deliver,” Carney said in a social media post.
“A smaller, experienced cabinet that moves faster, secures our economy, and protects Canada’s future.”