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🗞️ Driving the news: Mark Carney faces a tough election battle after becoming Canada's prime minister
• Carney called a snap election shortly after replacing Justin Trudeau
• He campaigns on his experience managing global financial crises
🔭 The context: Carney is a former governor of the Bank of Canada and Bank of England
• Known for crisis leadership during the 2008 crash and Brexit fallout
• His political rivals criticise his financial background and asset transparency
🌍 Why it matters for Canada: Carney promises economic stability amid US trade tensions and domestic challenges
• He advocates for clean energy, project approvals, and immigration limits
• His experience with Donald Trump may shape Canada’s future negotiations
⏭️ What's next: Canadians head to the polls Monday to decide on Carney’s leadership
• Carney emphasises crisis management skills and pragmatic policymaking
• His environmental and economic policies could redefine Canada’s global role
💬 One quote: “In a situation like this, you need experience in terms of crisis management.” — Mark Carney
📈 One stat: Carney won the Liberal leadership race by a landslide earlier this year
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