OTTAWA — The G7 summit continues today for its second and final day without U.S. President Donald Trump, who left the talks ahead of schedule on Monday.
Prime Minister Mark Carney had set aside today to focus on foreign policy. The prime minister is also meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today.
Here’s the latest. All times Eastern.
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11:15 a.m.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meet. Following a welcome ceremony, they shake hands and make brief remarks in front of reporters.
Carney condemns “in the strongest terms” the latest Russian attacks on Ukraine and outlines $4.3 billion in new support for Ukraine’s defence.
That sum includes $2 billion for weapons like drones, ammunition and armoured vehicles – which Canada will count toward its NATO defence spending target – as well a $2.3 billion loan to help Ukraine rebuild its infrastructure.
Canada also announces a new sanctions package targeting Russia’s shadow fleet and energy revenues.
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10:10 a.m.
Prime Minister Mark Carney meets with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte. The meeting follows a welcoming ceremony.
Carney says Rutte is “one of the most experienced leaders in the world” and that “we’re very fortunate… that he’s taken on these responsibilities to lead NATO at this crucial time.”
Rutte praises Canada’s decision to increase Canada’s defence spending to meet NATO’s two per cent target.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 17, 2025.
The Canadian Press
