New Delhi, April 30 -- Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Liberal Party have scripted a remarkable victory in Canada's federal election.

Carney's Liberals will have a minority government in Canada's next parliament after falling just short of the 172 needed for majority control, the country's public broadcaster CBC said. Carney's party had 169 confirmed seats with two races left to call, a setback for the Liberals.

The results have, however, put the Liberals in a strong position to pass legislation, including measures to confront US President Donald Trump.

There were many factors that contributed to Carney's victory. One major reason, as is being talked about by experts, is a big assistance from US President Donald Trump. Here is how....