What kind of relationship is the EU offering Canada? | Deutsche Welle

I did this interview on DW news on 16 September 2026, shortly after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the European Union would explore "associate membership" for Canada. What does this mean for the future relationship between Canada and the EU?

https://youtu.be/grYL07Ct7wg?si=VtEPlUNW2F_nJEw-