Carney heads to Antigua and Barbuda for Commonwealth leaders’ meeting focused on trade and ties

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Prime Minister Mark Carney is travelling to Antigua and Barbuda for a meeting of Commonwealth heads of government.

The available reporting says much of the meeting is expected to focus on trade and investment.

Experts cited in the reporting say the gathering also provides an opportunity for Carney to boost diplomatic ties with other countries.

The meeting is described as bringing together representatives of fifty-six countries across the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, North America and the Indo-Pacific.

The reporting also says experts view it as a chance to rebuild relationships with Commonwealth countries that Canada previously had closer ties with, including at institutions such as the United Nations.