Carney says Canada is diversifying away from US reliance after trade talks collapse

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada is reducing reliance on the United States after trade negotiations collapsed in August.

• Carney told the New York Times his government has prepared for the "extreme tail risk" of US military action against Canada.
• Carney said a trade agreement with the US remains possible, but Canada will not surrender its right to conclude agreements independently with the European Union.
• Carney said Canada will cut reliance on Starlink and is reviewing its purchase of 88 US F-35 fighters while studying Sweden's Gripen.
• Carney told the Times he speaks with Trump "frequently" and that direct communication continues even after talks collapsed.