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Carney Jokes After Trump Mistakenly Calls Him 'Mr. President' at Gaza Peace Summit

The viral hot‑mic moment in Egypt highlighted a recent thaw marked by mutual praise between the two leaders.

Overview

  • During remarks in Sharm el Sheikh, President Trump searched for Canada in the crowd and thanked "Mr. President" after spotting Prime Minister Mark Carney.
  • After the speech, Carney shook Trump's hand and quipped, "I'm glad you upgraded me to president," in comments caught on a hot mic.
  • Trump laughed and apologized, adding that at least he had not called him "Governor," according to video from the event.
  • The exchange occurred at the Summit for Peace, which featured a signing ceremony for a Gaza peace plan and recognition of countries supporting the ceasefire.
  • The moment followed an Oval Office meeting last week where Carney endorsed Trump's Gaza efforts and Trump called Carney a "world-class leader."