Trudeau, French President Macron Meet in Ottawa, Discuss Ukraine, Middle East, AI

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (R) greets French President Emmanuel Macron outside Rideau Cottage at Rideau Hall, as Macron arrives in Ottawa for a visit to Canada, on Sept. 25, 2024. The Canadian Press/Justin Tang

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and French President Emmanuel Macron say their two countries plan to collaborate on issues ranging from the war in Ukraine to artificial intelligence.  

A joint statement between Trudeau and Macron was released as the French leader wrapped up his two-day visit to Canada. He arrived from New York on Sept. 25 and dined at Trudeau’s home at Rideau Cottage.