Ottawa – Mary Ng, Minister of Export, Trade and Economic Development held an important “dialogue between the Business Council of Canada and the Federation of Korean Industries to enhance business partnerships and collaborations in Energy Security, Digital and AI Industries.“
Ottawa – In 1989, Major Dee Brasseur and Captain Jane Foster became the first women in the Royal Canadian Air Force. It takes a lot of courage to qualify as CF-18 fighter pilots. Veterans Affairs Canada says it is proud to salute these trailblazing service members!
Italy – During G7 foreign ministers meeting, Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Melanie Joly met with Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Blinken said: “At this pivotal moment for the world, we are working hand-in-hand with our partners to address the most pressing challenges.”
Ottawa – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is committed to protecting the Canadian economy and jobs by ensuring a fair playing field when faced with international competition. The CBSA announced that it is launching investigations to determine whether certain pea protein from China are being sold at unfair prices in Canada and whether these goods are being subsidized. The …
Ottawa – Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade, spoke with Franck Riester, Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade, Economic Attractiveness, Francophonie and French Nationals Abroad and businesses, along with others. She said: ” We talked about our close partnership and the strength of Ceta! Not only is it great to speak with businesses but terrific to see them sign …
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya during her visit to Ottawa. Tsikhanouskaya expressed her gratitude for Canada’s efforts and initiatives to promote democracy around the world. She also thanked Minister Joly for continuing to put pressure on the Lukashenko regime by imposing sanctions on Belarusian officials who have been involved or complicit …
Paris – Canada is deeply concerned by the dire humanitarian situation in Sudan, which was exacerbated by the outbreak of conflict in April 2023 and has displaced more than 6.5 million people within the country and has forced another 1.8 million to flee to neighbouring countries. While at the International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan and its Neighbours in Paris, Ahmed Hussen, Minister …
Milan – The Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, wrapped up a successful trip at the G7 Transport Ministers’ Meeting in Milan, Italy, from April 11 to 13, 2024. Minister Rodriguez highlighted the importance that Canada places on increasing supply chain resiliency to build a stronger middle class in Canada and building a cleaner economy. He also took the opportunity to …
Ottawa – Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has travelled to Pristina, Kosovo, and be there from April 14 to 17. During his trip, Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant will attend the second International Forum for Women, Peace and Security (WPS Forum), where he will participate in various activities and panel discussions aimed at developing new strategies and …
Ottawa – Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, met with members of the Congolese-Canadian community in Ottawa, where he announced funding for projects in Benin and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This funding will advance gender equality, improve access to health supports for women and girls, address sexual and gender-based violence and bring forth more inclusive governance. The announcement …
