Former Canadian and UK central banker Mark Carney has declared his interest in succeeding Justin Trudeau as leader of Canada’s Liberal Party and the country’s prime minister, promising an economic agenda focused on lifting it from a period of stagnant growth.

PALM DESERT, Calif. (AP) — Former central banker Mark Carney all but said he is running to be Canada’s next prime minister during an appearance on Jon Stewart's ‘The Daily Show’ on Monday night.

Mark Carney, a former Bank of Canada and Bank of England head, announced his bid for Canada's prime minister. He criticized current PM Justin Trudeau's economic focus and emphasized his capability in handling economic crises.