Canada needs to engage with Saudi Arabia despite differences: Carney

Canada needs to engage with Saudi Arabia despite differences: Carney

July 9, 2026 11:16 am MST.

When asked about human rights concerns in Saudi Araba during his visit with the Crown Prince, Prime Minister Mark Carney said while Canada might have differing values, there is still a need for engagement to reach solutions on global issues.

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