Canadian Prime Minister: "British Monarchy Provides Stability to Canada"... Expresses Support for Charles III

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[Asia Economy Reporter Hyunwoo Lee] Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau emphasized his support for King Charles III, stating that the current monarchy, which recognizes the British monarch as the head of state and leader of the Commonwealth, provides stability to Canada. As one of the largest Commonwealth countries, Canada’s official endorsement of Charles III’s succession is expected to limit republican movements both within and outside the Commonwealth.

On the 19th (local time), in an interview with the British BBC, Prime Minister Trudeau said, "The current monarchy provides great stability to Canada," adding, "Canadians are not actively embracing the complexities of moving away from a constitutional monarchy." He expressed his continued support for the monarchy within Commonwealth countries, with Charles III as head of state.

Earlier, on the 17th, Trudeau visited the UK to attend the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II and met with Charles III, expressing support by saying, "The majority of Canadians will continue to stand with the British royal family." Charles III, holding Trudeau’s hand, was seen tearing up and saying, "You don’t know how much the Queen loved your country during her lifetime."

Trudeau’s declaration of support for Charles III is interpreted as a move to curb republican transitions being proposed in Commonwealth countries such as Australia and New Zealand. Canada had also actively supported the succession of the Commonwealth leadership from Queen Elizabeth II to then-Prince Charles III at the Commonwealth meeting in April 2018.

At that time, other Commonwealth countries and even the UK Labour Party raised objections, suggesting that member countries should take turns leading. However, Trudeau dismissed opposing views by stating, "It is only natural to follow the Queen’s wishes." Since then, Charles III’s position as head of the Commonwealth has been solidified, strengthening his claim to the throne.

However, in major Commonwealth countries other than Canada, such as Australia and New Zealand, public opinion favoring a transition to a republic is growing. Especially with Charles III’s ascension, who is less popular than Queen Elizabeth II, calls for republicanism are expected to increase further.

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