In brief
New Prime Minister Mark Carney vows to revive Canada's economy while addressing pressing domestic issues following his unexpected rise to power.
Mark Carney, a former banker, achieved a remarkable political feat by leading the Liberal Party to victory and becoming Canada's new Prime Minister, just three months after entering politics. Running on an anti-Trump platform, he promised to boost the economy amid ongoing challenges, including a trade war with the U.S. Carney inherits the messy reality left by his predecessor, Justin Trudeau, who stepped down after a decade, effectively leaving the Parliament dormant since Christmas. With high expectations from Canadians eager for change, Carney must swiftly navigate not just his party's future, but also crucial strategies to revitalize the economy and address internal issues before he can enjoy any political honeymoon.
