MM Report
DAVOS, SWITZERLAND: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered a stark warning to the world at the World Economic Forum in Davos yesterday, describing the old world order as being in the “midst of a rupture” and suggesting it was unlikely to return.
Speaking to global leaders and business figures, Carney avoided naming US President Donald Trump directly, but his remarks were widely interpreted as a critique of growing unilateralism and protectionist policies on the international stage.
Carney’s speech comes amid rising tensions over Trump’s threat to impose tariffs on European countries that resist his attempts to assert influence over Greenland. The Canadian leader emphasized that his country “strongly opposes tariffs over Greenland” and called for strategic diplomatic engagement to resolve disputes peacefully.
Carney expressed Canada’s support for Denmark in asserting sovereignty over the Arctic island, underlining the importance of multilateralism and adherence to international norms. Observers noted that Carney’s address highlighted broader anxieties about the stability of the post-World War Two international system.
By framing the world order as fractured, he sought to draw attention to the potential risks posed by unilateral economic measures and territorial disputes. Analysts said his comments reflected growing concerns among smaller nations about their ability to defend sovereignty and economic interests in a rapidly shifting global landscape.
Carney also urged nations to engage in strategic talks and constructive dialogue, stressing that global cooperation and adherence to shared rules were essential to prevent economic and political fragmentation.
