Mark Carney to Enter Race for Liberal Leadership and Canadian PM Next Week, Backed by 30 MPs

Jan 12, 2025, 09:56 AM

Mark Carney, former central banker and finance minister, is set to officially enter the race to succeed Justin Trudeau as the leader of the Liberal Party and Canada's Prime Minister next week. Carney's announcement is expected to be backed by 30 MPs. This development comes as the Liberal Party seeks a new leader following Trudeau's resignation, with the leadership race set to conclude on March 9. Carney's entry into the race follows the decision of Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly not to run, which has been seen as a significant factor in the leadership contest dynamics.