Prime Minister Mark Carney discusses Canada-Saudi Arabia relations in Jeddah – July 9, 2026

Prime Minister Mark Carney holds a news conference in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The prime minister discusses his government’s effort to improve bilateral relations and increase economic cooperation between the two countries. Carney faces questions on human right concerns in Saudi Arabia as his government seeks to strengthen economic ties with the kingdom. He is also asked about the global economic implications of the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States.