Globe and Mail
Carney plays down U.S. suspension of joint defence body
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney pushed back against criticism that the country has fallen short on defence spending commitments, framing the narrative around a U.S. suspension of a joint defence body as overblown. The move comes amid heightened scrutiny of NATO allies' military budgets, with Washington growing increasingly impatient over burden-sharing. Carney's response signals Ottawa's intent to defend its track record rather than concede ground on the politically sensitive issue.
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CBC Politics
Canada's annual inflation rate rose to 2.8% in April, thanks to soaring energy prices
Canada's inflation rate climbed to 2.8% in April, up from 2.4% in March, driven largely by surging energy costs. The increase landed in line with economist expectations, signaling that price pressures remain persistent heading into mid-2024. The uptick will likely factor into the Bank of Canada's upcoming rate decisions as it weighs when to begin cutting borrowing costs.
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