Former central banker Mark Carney has emerged victorious in the Liberal Party's leadership contest, securing 86% of the votes cast. The race, which saw nearly 152,000 party members participate, positioned Carney to succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada's next prime minister.

Former Bank of England Governor Mark Carney has won the race to succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada's prime minister and Liberal Party leader. Carney, 59, will lead the party into the next general election,