Mark Carney, 59, has been elected leader of Canada’s Liberal Party, succeeding Justin Trudeau as prime minister. Born in Fort Smith, Northwest Territories, Carney earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Harvard University and later obtained a master’s and doctorate in economics from Oxford University. He spent 13 years at Goldman Sachs before entering public service. In 2008, Carney became Governor of the Bank of Canada, guiding the country through the global financial crisis. He made history in 2013 as the first non-Briton to lead the Bank of England, serving until 2020. Carney’s political journey began in January 2025 when he announced his candidacy for the Liberal leadership, quickly gaining substantial support. His economic expertise is expected to shape Canada’s response to current challenges, including trade tensions with the United States.
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