Ottawa, May 2 -- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held his first press conference after winning the elections on Friday (local time), where he spoke about several issues.

Carney firmly rejected US President Donald Trump's suggestion that Canada become the 51st US state, stating, "It's important to distinguish wants from reality." Carney emphasised that his election victory and the votes he received demonstrate Canadians' clear desire for independence.

Carney clarified that Canada will never be part of the US, citing public dialogue and his resounding election victory as proof.

Trump has repeatedly said that Canada should be the 51st US state and even mocked former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as the "Governor of Canada". ...