Mark Carney, Canada’s prime minister, stated in early 2026 at the World Economic Forum in Davos that the world is experiencing a fundamental breakdown rather than a gradual shift, referring to the era of great-power rivalry and daily signs of disorder. His remark provides context for the official visit of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to Vancouver, where he is scheduled to meet Carney for bilateral talks focused on trade, energy, and cooperation. Both nations, as middle powers, face similar strains from global instability, including US unpredictability under President Donald Trump, threats of tariffs, and the economic fallout from the US-Iran conflict. The visit aims to deepen ties amid these shared challenges.