Mark Carney

Carney says he wants Canada to join major European defence plan

Prime Minister Mark Carney says he wants to sign up to the ReArm programme to reduce defence reliance on the US.

King Charles delivered the first throne speech in Canada by a monarch since 1977, amid tensions with the US.

There were calls for Canada to remain "strong and free" in what King Charles called a "critical moment".

King Charles has received a warm welcome in Canada ahead of a historic speech to its parliament.

Monday was the first of a packed two-day visit meant to highlight Canada's sovereignty and its ties to the Crown.

The King and Queen will be arriving in Canada on Monday for a visit seen as a symbol of support.

BBC royal correspondent Daniela Relph on King Charles III's trip to Canada where he will open the country’s parliament.

Canada once downplayed the monarchy. Now, it is leaning on it to assert its sovereignty.

The Liberal Party has won the election but is short of a majority in the House of Commons