Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reportedly poised to announce his resignation this week as he faces mounting dissent within his Liberal Party, according to a report by The Globe and Mail on Sunday.
Citing three anonymous sources familiar with the matter, the newspaper indicated that Trudeau’s announcement could come as early as Monday. The decision is expected to precede a national Liberal Party caucus meeting scheduled for Wednesday.
It remains unclear whether Trudeau will continue in an interim capacity while the Liberal Party seeks new leadership. The development follows growing internal pressures and a significant drop in public opinion polls.
Trudeau, who swept to power in 2015, successfully led the Liberals to two more victories in 2019 and 2021. However, recent polls show him trailing his main rival, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, by 20 points.
This potential resignation marks a significant shift in Canadian politics and could have implications for international relations, including those with Asian countries engaged in partnerships with Canada.
As Canada’s political landscape evolves, observers in Asia and around the world will be watching closely to see how this development influences Canada’s foreign policy and international collaborations, particularly in trade and economic partnerships.
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