Who is Mark Carney, Canada’s new Liberal leader and next prime minister?
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Economist and ex-central banker takes over from Justin Trudeau in face of Trump tariff uncertainty, looming election.
Montreal, Canada – Canada has its next prime minister.
Mark Carney has been elected as the new head of the governing Liberal Party, replacing Justin Trudeau in the midst of historic tensions and fears of a trade war with the United States.
An economist and former central banker, Carney will be sworn-in as prime minister in the coming days.
He is making his first foray into Canadian politics at the country’s highest level – and with a federal election looming.
He is also taking the helm of a party that, after years of declining support and criticism over its handling of social and economic issues, is riding a newfound wave of political momentum.
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