Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith emphasized their expectation that the U.S. would respect Canadian sovereignty following reports of meetings between the Trump administration and Alberta separatists. The premiers also discussed interprovincial trade barriers, with Carney highlighting the potential economic benefits of removing these obstacles, estimated to boost GDP by 7%. Meanwhile, Premier Wab Kinew lightened the mood by joking about provincial rivalries, stressing unity among Canadian leaders despite differing perspectives.