Canada considers joining the European Union as an associate member

Canada has received a proposal to become the first associate member of the European Union. While the idea has drawn a warm response from Carney, no guarantees have been given regarding the offer. The proposal has also sparked strong reactions internationally. Donald Trump has threatened to stop trading with the European Union over what he described as a laughable membership offer to Canada. Reports indicate that recent political friction, including pressure involving the idea of Canada becoming the 51st state, has ended up pushing the country closer toward the European Union.