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King Charles warns Canada is facing a ‘critical moment’

King Charles III during the Speech from the Throne on the Senate floor during the State Opening of the Parliament of Canada, in the Senate Chamber at the Senate of Canada Building, Ottawa, as part of the royal two-day visit to Canada. Picture date: Tuesday May 27, 2025. PA Photo. See PA story ROYAL Canada. Photo credit should read: Victoria Jones/PA Wire — King Charles III during the Speech from the Throne on the Senate floor during the State Opening of the Parliament of Canada, in the Senate Chamber at the Senate of Canada Building, Ottawa, as part of the royal two-day visit to Canada. Picture date: Tuesday May 27, 2025. PA Photo. See PA story ROYAL Canada. Photo credit should read: Victoria Jones/PA Wire (PA)

King Charles presided over the opening of the Canadian parliament, marking the first time in nearly 50 years that a British monarch has done so.
In his address, Charles highlighted that Canada is facing a critical moment with threats to democracy, pluralism, and the rule of law.
The King noted the changing global trade system and the need for Canada to strengthen relationships with reliable allies.
Charles mentioned the Canadian government's plans to protect its sovereignty by reinvesting in the armed forces and participating in the 'ReArm Europe' plan.
The King's visit and speech are seen by many Canadians as a symbol of support amid concerns about potential annexation threats and trade disputes with the U.S.

King Charles says Canada is facing ‘unprecedented challenges’ as Trump threatens annexation — In full