Canada could become first 'associate member' of the EU | BBC News

The president of the European Commission has backed proposals for Canada to become the EU's first "associate member".

Ursula von der Leyen told the European Parliament on Wednesday she wanted to work on "opening the door" for Canada, which would involve closer ties on various key sectors.

US President Donald Trump says that if Canada joins the EU, he'll consider cutting off trade with Europe altogether or imposing heavy tariffs.

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