Canada. Former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper stated that all measures must be ready to adopt if necessary to protect the country's independence and sovereignty. Speaking on the occasion of the unveiling of his official portrait on Tuesday, Harper noted that the current times are challenging, stating that such problems are rare in one's lifetime.He praised the presence of current Prime Minister Mark Carney and emphasized the importance of facing such challenges unitedly.Considering potential external pressure on the country's sovereignty, Harper stressed the necessity of cooperation between Canada's two major political parties, the Liberals and the Conservatives. He said,