There is no guarantee Canada's "associate membership" of the EU will ever get off the ground, writes Katya Adler.

There is no guarantee Canada's "associate membership" of the EU will ever get off the ground, writes Katya Adler.

Mark Carney says he is seeking a "unique" relationship with the bloc, but currently there is no such thing as an associate member.

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In address to European parliament, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney listed areas where he wants to boost cooperation.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said a Canada-EU alliance would create a "beacon for other democracies".

The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the first time in years. And, the European Union has proposed that Canada become its first-ever "associate member."

The US president threatened heavy tariffs and said the US could cut some trade with Europe over the proposed status.

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