Anand notes Rubio avoids ’51st state’ discussion before G7 meeting

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand stated that U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has not echoed President Trump’s comments about making Canada the 51st state. Anand will host Rubio and G7 foreign ministers in Niagara Region to address economic and security challenges. Despite tensions due to Trump’s tariffs and sovereignty remarks, Anand emphasized the importance of multilateral discussions on issues like peace and security. Canada aims to diversify trade relationships, particularly with India, amidst ongoing complexities in U.S.-Canada relations.