Canada, UK Foreign Secretaries Discuss Security, Trade, and Global Cooperation

Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand and UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy held a phone conversation on Friday to discuss shared priorities in security, economic growth, and international cooperation, according to a statement by Anand.

Taking to social media platform X, Anand said the discussion reaffirmed the close ties between the two countries.

“We discussed shared priorities on security, economic growth, and international cooperation,” she posted. “I look forward to working together to strengthen the Canada–UK relationship.”

The call comes as both Canada and the UK seek to deepen collaboration amid global security challenges and shifting economic dynamics. While no further details were disclosed, officials described the exchange as part of ongoing efforts to reinforce longstanding diplomatic and trade ties between the allies.