Prime Ministers Office 10 Downing Street
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The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau this afternoon.
The leaders began by reflecting on the close and historic relationship between the UK and Canada. From global security to clean energy and growth, they agreed on the importance of shared values between the two nations.
Discussing recent global events, the Prime Minister said he welcomed an international conversation on the importance of trade and collaboration between allies and partners. The Prime Minister also paid tribute to Prime Minister Trudeaus leadership, including his focus on stemming the deadly drug trade across Canadas borders.
The leaders also discussed the strong trading relationship between the UK and Canada, worth 26 billion, and how together both countries could go further to support growth and deliver for the hardworking Canadian and British people.
As the third-year anniversary of Russias full-scale invasion of Ukraine approaches, both leaders underlined their commitment to ensuring Ukraine is in the strongest possible position.
On Syria, they agreed on the necessity of a political transition process leading to an inclusive, non-sectarian and representative gove