Eurasia Group, RBC announce three-year partnership, 2026 U.S.–Canada Summit

Eurasia Group and Royal Bank of Canada have announced a new three-year strategic partnership set to begin in 2026, aimed at bringing together business and political leaders to address geopolitical, economic and policy challenges shaping the next decade.

As part of the partnership, the two organizations will co-host a series of high-level events, including the 2026 U.S.–Canada Summit, scheduled for June 10–11 in Toronto. The summit, founded by Eurasia Group in 1993, comes as Canada and the United States prepare for a review of the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement, commonly known as CUSMA.

The organizers say the forum is intended to provide space for dialogue and debate at a time when cross-border relations are increasingly influenced by geopolitical considerations alongside trade and security concerns.

“We are delighted to begin this next chapter with RBC. The US-Canada relationship has always been about trade and security – but right now, it is also deeply geopolitical,” said Ian Bremmer, president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media. “As Canada’s flagship global company, RBC’s history in the United States dates back to the 19th century, giving it unparalleled insight into the nuances and future of cross-border relations. We are looking forward to working with Dave and his team.”

“In today’s uncertain world, trusted partnerships matter more than ever. As a bank with a long history in Canada and the U.S., RBC knows how cross-border teamwork drives growth,” said Dave McKay, president and chief executive officer, RBC. “Through this partnership, we’ll bring leaders together to strengthen ties and build a better future for both nations.”

The 2026 summit is expected to feature senior figures from business and government discussing issues central to the U.S.–Canada relationship. Previous editions have included cabinet ministers, governors, chief executives, central bankers, ambassadors and Indigenous leaders, combining public and private discussions with closed-door working sessions.

Past speakers have included Prime Minister Mark Carney, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Foreign Minister Anita Anand, U.S. Senator Chris Coons, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, Ontario Premier Doug Ford, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, along with executives from major North American companies.