Canadians will learn over the next few years to spot a king who shares their priorities, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau assured the day after Charles III’s coronation ceremony.

When asked about the new king’s popularity, which is not unanimous among Canadians – 67% of respondents to a Leger poll in March said they were Charles III. indifferent – ​​Mr. Trudeau conceded that the latter did not have the aura of his mother, Queen Elizabeth the second.

“It’s deeply connected to some of the fundamental priorities of Canadians,” the prime minister assured on Sunday.

Mr. Trudeau justified his position by referring to “the protection of the environment and the fight against climate change, which have always been a priority for King Charles in recent decades”, or even the policy of reconciliation with indigenous peoples.

Chong case

In addition, the prime minister conceded that a decision has not yet been made on the possible expulsion of Chinese diplomat Zhao Wei, who is the target of threatening allegations by the Chinese Communist Party against Conservative MP Michael Chong and his family, who live in Hong Kong.

“We must stand up for our values ​​and our principles and expect our rules and laws to be followed,” Mr Trudeau reiterated on Sunday, reiterating that the file is still under review.

Ottawa fears China could retaliate if a diplomat is expelled. “The relationship with China, as we have seen in recent years, is not without major challenges, be it arbitrary arrests [des deux Michael]business challenges like pork or canola […]. There are things to consider,” the Prime Minister let hover.