Gesture-wise, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s first visit to Ukraine was exactly what his hosts wanted to see. In terms of substance, however, the message to President Petro Poroshenko’s government was that Canada is considering a step back from its all-in position of supporting Kiev, in favour – perhaps – of a defrost in relations with Russia.
Globe and Mail: Trudeau’s visit to Ukraine shows ‘change in tone’ about relations with Russia
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko (R) gestures as he welcomes Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau (R) during a welcoming ceremony ahead of their meeting in Kyiv on June 11.
