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Mark Carney has won the Liberal Party leadership race to succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada’s prime minister, vowing to stand firm against U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade threats as tensions escalate between the neighboring countries.
What Happened: Carney, 59, the former governor of both the Bank of Canada and Bank of England, secured 85.9% of the vote in a landslide victory over rivals including former Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, reported BBC. The political newcomer has never held elected office but brings significant financial and crisis management experience to the role.
“Americans should make no mistake,” Carney said in his victory speech. “In trade, as in hockey, Canada will …
