Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney asserted that the "old order is not coming back" during his speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Carney emphasised the need for middle powers to unite, claiming that powerful nations were using economic coercion to assert dominance. His speech seemed to indirectly address US president Donald Trump's aggressive policies towards allies.

Carney highlighted Canada's unwavering support for Greenland, Denmark, and the NATO alliance. The US, spearheaded by Trump, has been pressuring allies through economic threats, demanding changes such as the surrender of Greenland. This has led Canada to reinforce its commitment to NATO's Article 5—affirming mutual defence obligations.

The prime minister pointed out that great powers often wield their economic and military might through UN Security Council privileges. Meanwhile, middle powers such as Canada and Australia continue to exert significant global influence despite having smaller economies. Carney cautioned against the weaponisation of economic integration, citing the use of supply chains as tools for coercion.

He said Canada was quick to recognise that traditional alliances do not guarantee prosperity. The US had subjected Canada to tariffs and labelled it the "51st state," further pushing its territorial ambitions over Greenland. Carney condemned such actions, arguing for a collective response from middle powers.

Carney remains steadfast on strengthening ties with countries sharing common values. He discussed Canada's stance as a reliable partner, highlighting trade and investment deals with China and Qatar. Canada's military cooperation within NATO, including potential exercises in Greenland, reinforces its commitment to collective security.

Canadian foreign minister Anita Anand confirmed Canada's participation in NATO exercises, with decisions on future military deployments resting with national defence officials. The country’s proactive approach aims to form new alliances in response to the evolving geopolitical landscape. Meanwhile, Trump is set to address the forum on Wednesday, possibly responding to Carney's pointed remarks, reported the BBC.

Key Takeaways

• Carney urged middle powers to unite against economic coercion from great powers.

• Canada reaffirmed its strong support for NATO and Greenland amid US pressures.

• Trump is expected to deliver his response at the Davos Forum on Wednesday.

  

Adapted by ASEAN Now from BBC 2026-01-21

 

 

MY MAN. ❤️ Fantastic speech to watch

Told the exited states of merica and t.rump to F off. (nicely of course)

somebody would have to explain his speech to t.rump but I don't think there is anyone with a backbone near him.

It was indeed the speech of a true statesman. Strong but polite, considered and logical, made in full grasp of the facts and history.

Truly excellent speech.

How incredibly sad he was compelled to make that speech you Canadians have a brave honorable articulate intelligent leader excellent speech elbows up let’s all hope this trump abomination is a temporary aberration……sad

I really like this guy he seems quite smart (such a wild contrast to the US goon) level-headed and willing to speak truth to toxic power.

He's absolutely correct, America's the kind of friend that no nation needs, they are now an incredibly unreliable ally, and Carney's been making one deal after another with nations all over the world, selling their precious resources.

It's the US that is definitely the loser in this equation, and the same could be said about China. Trump destroys and mutilates everything that he touches, the man has less negotiating skills than a street toad. And come to think of it he sort of resembles one in looks and personality.

He certainly wishes it was over.

The New World Order is being pushed hard by the likes of Carney and other globalist totalitarians looking for a "one world government".

I'm only surprised he said it out loud to be honest. I guess being surrounded by like minded people at Davos enriched his minerals.

What he basically said is that the 'international rules based order' was a sham all along

he knew it was a sham but went along with it because he and his ilk were not on the receiving end of 'the rules' now that the Donald has used the 'rules' in an unconventional way he doesn't like them rules anymore 🤣 yeah well now you know how Iraq,Syria,Iran,Lebanon,Palestine,North Korea,China,Cuba,Russia..etc etc etc feel about them there rules !!!

Excellent speech. Compare it to the babbling, incoherent verbal vomit that comes spewing out of Trump's mouth every time he opens it.

28 minutes ago, newnative said:

Excellent speech. Compare it to the babbling, incoherent verbal vomit that comes spewing out of Trump's mouth every time he opens it.

Trump could only muster a puerile reply that Carney was not grateful. Big contrast in their level of intelligence. Carney has the smart to deal with the obnoxious man-child.

On 1/21/2026 at 7:11 AM, kwonitoy said:

MY MAN. ❤️ Fantastic speech to watch

Told the exited states of merica and t.rump to F off. (nicely of course)

somebody would have to explain his speech to t.rump but I don't think there is anyone with a backbone near him.

27 minutes ago, newnative said:

Excellent speech. Compare it to the babbling, incoherent verbal vomit that comes spewing out of Trump's mouth every time he opens it.

Usual, pointless rubbish from Carney. Trump and the EU already in agreement regarding the future of Greenland.

"Usual, pointless rubbish from Carney. Trump and the EU already in agreement regarding the future of Greenland."
Since you integrated your text in the post of the poster you replied to, I can't quote you.

I very much doubt that all parties have the same concept of a framework for an agreement.

And then China came along and offered a rules based order and continuation the old world order, except with China at its center. 😁

30 minutes ago, Thingamabob said:

On 1/21/2026 at 7:11 AM, kwonitoy said:

MY MAN. ❤️ Fantastic speech to watch

Please share what was in the agreement between Trump and EU. Framework and concept are what it is and not an agreement.

2 minutes ago, Patong2021 said:

And then China came along and offered a rules based order and continuation the old world order, except with China at its center. 😁

Well they do make everything?

42 minutes ago, Patong2021 said:

And then China came along and offered a rules based order and continuation the old world order, except with China at its center. 😁

Well, if America is dumb enough to leave a gap someone else will step forward.

43 minutes ago, Eric Loh said:

Please share what was in the agreement between Trump and EU. Framework and concept are what it is and not an agreement.

Is this 'framework of a plan' for Green(Ice)land similar to his 'concept of a plan' for a health plan to replace Obamacare?

16 minutes ago, animalmagic said:

Is this 'framework of a plan' for Green(Ice)land similar to his 'concept of a plan' for a health plan to replace Obamacare?

I wouldn’t even said that as a framework, concept or just balderdash. It was a conservation between Rutte and Trump without Greenland or other NATO countries involved. It is a nothing burger that always expect from Trump moment of craziness. Just like Venezuela which ended with nothing achieved to change the regime.

2 hours ago, stevenl said:

"Usual, pointless rubbish from Carney. Trump and the EU already in agreement regarding the future of Greenland."
Since you integrated your text in the post of the poster you replied to, I can't quote you.

I very much doubt that all parties have the same concept of a framework for an agreement.

I figure it is in the same place as trump's concept of a national health plan ...

2 hours ago, animalmagic said:

Is this 'framework of a plan' for Green(Ice)land similar to his 'concept of a plan' for a health plan to replace Obamacare?

Yikes, sorry I posted before seeing you already said what I was thinking also!

4 hours ago, johng said:

What he basically said is that the 'international rules based order' was a sham all along

he knew it was a sham but went along with it because he and his ilk were not on the receiving end of 'the rules' now that the Donald has used the 'rules' in an unconventional way he doesn't like them rules anymore 🤣 yeah well now you know how Iraq,Syria,Iran,Lebanon,Palestine,North Korea,China,Cuba,Russia..etc etc etc feel about them there rules !!!

You forgot Libya, and the disgusting way in which Gadhafi was murdered.

17 minutes ago, Thingamabob said:

You forgot Libya, and the disgusting way in which Gadhafi was murdered.

By his own people. Years of pent up hatred resulted in the man's demise.

24 minutes ago, wwest5829 said:

Yikes, sorry I posted before seeing you already said what I was thinking also!

No worries.

Great minds think alike......or fools seldom differ?😇

On 1/21/2026 at 1:11 AM, kwonitoy said:

MY MAN. ❤️ Fantastic speech to watch

Told the exited states of merica and t.rump to F off. (nicely of course)

somebody would have to explain his speech to t.rump but I don't think there is anyone with a backbone near him.

Showing the world what a statesman looks like.

And it don't remotely look like a Trump or Maga.

3 hours ago, Patong2021 said:

By his own people. Years of pent up hatred resulted in the man's demise.

Not clear what your point is.

8 hours ago, JonnyF said:

He certainly wishes it was over.

The New World Order is being pushed hard by the likes of Carney and other globalist totalitarians looking for a "one world government".

I'm only surprised he said it out loud to be honest. I guess being surrounded by like minded people at Davos enriched his minerals.

He said what needed saying in a manner that nobody else was capable of. So let's give credit where credit is due.

His predecessor would have been useless.

["If Hitler imvaded Hell, I would make at least a favourable reference in this House to the Devil" - Churchill responding to criticism of his pact with Stalin]

This is from a satire site in Canada called the beaverton

Tells you everything you need to know about where Canada is headed when it aligns with the likes of Qatar and China instead of the democratic USA, its closest ally and business partner for a century.

Woe Canada!

13 hours ago, newnative said:

Excellent speech. Compare it to the babbling, incoherent verbal vomit that comes spewing out of Trump's mouth every time he opens it.

Someone there said Trump sounded like a 1950s mobster.