Your World Tonight The Prime Minister looks to expand Canadian ports, Israel’s ‘Day of disruption’ for Gaza deal, a rare case of a flesh-eating parasite in the U.S., and more
Aug 26, 2025
Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, shares exciting plans to invest in Canadian port infrastructure, focusing on enhancing trade relationships and reducing reliance on the U.S. He highlights key projects like the Port of Churchill, crucial for energy exports to Europe. The discussion also touches on rising political tensions surrounding hostages in Gaza and the alarming resurgence of the flesh-eating screwworm parasite in the U.S. Adding to the intrigue, there are updates on climate challenges impacting firefighting efforts in Canada.
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Ports To Pivot Canada Toward Europe
- Mark Carney signals Canada will prioritize major port and energy infrastructure to pivot trade toward Europe.
- Expansions at Montreal and a new port at Churchill aim to ship LNG and critical minerals overseas.
Submarine Procurement Nears Big Decisions
- Canada is evaluating German and South Korean submarine bids to replace its aging Victoria-class fleet.
- Buying new subs will likely mean German construction and Canadian maintenance jobs on both coasts.
Canada Extends NATO Deterrence Mission
- Canada extended Operation Reassurance, reaffirming its troop commitment to NATO deterrence in Latvia.
- The move signals continued Canadian support for transatlantic security amid Russian threats.