Mark Carney has been sworn in as the first new Canadian prime minister since 2015. He is focused on speaking with US President Donald Trump about the strict tariffs imposed on his country.



Carney formerly served as governor of both the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England. He has no significant political experience. However, he won an election held by the ruling Liberal Party to choose the successor to Justin Trudeau.



Carney said: "Canada's new government is focused on the things that matter most to Canadians: growing more higher-paying jobs, improving affordability and making Canada more secure."



One of his first challenges will be navigating relations with the US. President Donald Trump has threatened to make Canada "the 51st state" while engaging in a tit for tat on tariffs.



Carney said he is "looking forward" to speaking with the US leader. He added: "We understand the importance President Trump places on American workers and American jobs. We want him and his administration to understand the importance we put on Canadian workers and Canadian jobs."



Carney said he "respects" Trump and expects they will be able to find "mutual solutions" that benefit both sides.



The approval rating of the Liberal Party has been improving, which has led to expectations that Carney will call for a general election at an early date.