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Jun 18 2025

The Roundup: Helping Ukraine. India Reset. Iranians flee.

WED JUN 18 2024
David Akin's Roundup
Helping Ukraine. India Reset. Iranians flee.
Canada
Carney puts focus on Ukraine war at G7 summit
Prime Minister Mark Carney put the war in Ukraine on the agenda of the G7 summit's final day, and met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. David Akin explains how Carney pledged more aid to Ukraine and sanctions against Russia. [Global National]
The leaders of India and Canada on Tuesday, during the G7 summit in Alberta, held their first bilateral meeting since then-Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau accused New Delhi in 2023 of involvement in the killing of a Canadian Sikh separatist. Relations between the countries have been poor for almost two years, but there was no sign of tension when Prime Minister Mark Carney warmly welcomed Indian counterpart Narendra Modi to the summit. [Global]
[Press conference] Carney says Canada, India took “foundational" step toward rebuilding diplomatic relationship at G7
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney described his meeting with Indian officials at the G7 summit as a “foundational” step toward rebuilding bilateral ties. Citing mutual respect, sovereignty, and trust, Carney emphasized plans to reinstate high commissioners and resume dialogue on law enforcement and transnational issues. [Global]

Today a broad coalition of Canadian institutions, human-rights advocates, labour leaders and academics sent an open letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney condemning the decision to invite Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the 2025 G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta. [Sikh Federation (Canada)]
Canada and India have agreed to designate new high commissioners in both countries, following a meeting between Prime Minister Mark Carney and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. [Global]
Carney is set to visit the administrative capital of the European Union on June 23 for the Canada-EU summit, where he will meet with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa. Carney's office confirmed his attendance in a formal summary of his brief discussion Monday with Costa and von der Leyen. [CP] 
Damien Kurek says he has officially resigned as an MP after promising earlier in the spring to vacate his seat in the Battle River—Crowfoot riding for the Conservative leader. [Global]
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The Provinces
Eby seeks terror designation for India-based gang linked to extortion threats
British Columbia Premier David Eby says he will ask Prime Minister Mark Carney that the Lawrence Bishnoi gang be declared a terrorist organization in Canada. [Global]

L’entrée en scène du nouveau chef libéral Pablo Rodriguez fait chuter la Coalition avenir Québec (CAQ) de François Legault dans les pires bas-fonds de son histoire. Ses appuis sont maintenant équivalents à ceux du Parti conservateur d’Éric Duhaime. [La Presse]

“The imposition of tariffs on Canadian products, it’s actually disrupting our supply chain here,” says (Mass Gov) Healey. Representatives from Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, New York and Vermont participated in the meeting. “We have been good neighbours and trade partners for decades, and we continue to treasure our long-standing friendship with our neighbours in the United States,” said Holt in a news release. "During our meetings today, I stressed the importance of our economic and cultural ties to both our countries, while pitching opportunities to make our partnerships even stronger.” [CTV]
Aurora
Elsewhere
Fearing Israeli Attacks Could Target Any City, Iranians Seek Refuge In Neighboring Armenia
With Israeli air strikes showing no signs of slowing after five days, thousands are fleeing Tehran, creating traffic jams and fuel shortages as they head north seeking refuge in parts of the country they hope are safe. For many, that’s not far enough. [Radio Free Europe]
Anthony Albanese has managed to meet some senior Americans at the G7 in Canada – even if it’s not Donald Trump himself. [news.com.au]

President Trump is the first U.S. president in 116 years that the NAACP hasn't invited to the annual convention. The group says Trump is attacking democracy and civil rights. [NPR]
Media
Nielsen's US TV viewership numbers for May are official, and with YouTube's help, streaming has finally outgrown traditional TV. NOTE: My program, Global National, is streamed on YouTube, Roku, and Amazon Prime. You can check out Global News' YouTube page -- we've got 4.7 million subscribers -- most of any Canadian news organization. Subscribe today! (9To5Google
Across countries, engagement with traditional media sources such as TV, print, and news websites continues to fall, while dependence on social media, video platforms and online aggregators is rising. In our US poll, which took place just after the presidential inauguration, social media use (+6 points) overtook TV for the first time, but there was no equivalent ‘bump’ for traditional sources. [Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism]
Science and Technology

We must seize the potential of AI in our public sectors to drive efficiency and better serve our publics. [Joint Statement of the G7]

Significant R&D breakthroughs over the past decade mean that these technologies are now poised to create economic and social benefits in sectors such as finance, communication, transport, energy, health and agriculture while addressing global challenges. [Joint Statement of the G7]
The Calendar
  • 0930 : 025B West Block -  The CPC national caucus will meet.
  • 0930 : 125B West Block -  The BQ national caucus will meet.
  • 1000 : 225-A West Block -  The LPC national caucus will meet.
  • 1000 : 135B West Block -  Civil society groups speak about C-2
  • 1130 : 125B West Block - BQ Leader Yves-François Blanchet and BQ MPs Christine Normandin and Alexis Deschenes speak to reporters.
  • 1200 : Calgary - PM Carney departs for Ottawa.
  • 1530 : Ottawa - PM Carney lands at Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
  • 1530 : 035B West Block - Transport, Infrastructure and Communities (TRAN) | Meeting Meeting No. 2: C-5
  • 1630 : 430 Wellington - Agriculture and Agri-Food (AGRI) | Meeting Meeting No. 1: Election of Chair
  • 1630 : 415 Wellington - Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities (HUMA) | Meeting Meeting No. 1: Election of Chair
  • 1630 : 420 Wellington - Indigenous and Northern Affairs (INAN) | Meeting Meeting No. 1: Election of Chair
  • 1630 : 125-B West Block - Science and Research (SRSR) | Meeting Meeting No. 1: Election of Chair
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