Gatineau – The triple planetary crisis of climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss call for urgent global action. Because these crises know no geopolitical boundaries, Canada works with others around the world to take ambitious action. As a major emitter, and large country, China’s engagement is required. Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, has wrapped up his attendance …
Delhi – Mary Ng, Minister of Export, Trade and Economic Development, spoke at the launch of Canada-Asean Business and Trade Association. She said: “I look forward to working together to grow opportunities for Canadian businesses within Asean. I also met with business leaders at the Business 20 (B20) in Delhi. From clean tech innovators, to manufacturers, to chambers of commerce, …
Ottawa – Recently, Government of Canada officials met with their Ukrainian counterparts to discuss long-term security commitments between our two countries. During the meeting, Canadian officials reiterated Canada’s commitment to using all tools at our disposal to support Ukraine as it defends its sovereignty and territorial integrity. These negotiations will build on existing Canadian and Ukrainian efforts on a range …
Ottawa – Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, today announced that he will visit Colombia, specifically Bogotá and communities along the Venezuelan border. Marking 70 years of diplomatic relations between Canada and Colombia, Minister Hussen’s visit will further deepen ties with this important regional actor and demonstrate Canada’s continued support for this long-lasting partnership. During his visit, the Minister will …
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, is travelling to Slovenia, North Macedonia and Albania from August 27 to September 2, 2023, to reaffirm Canada’s support for and solidarity with the countries that are directly affected by Russia’s illegal aggression against Ukraine. This is in line with the commitment made by Canada and its Allies during the most recent …
OTTAWA – Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, criticised Myanmar military’s attack on Rohingya. She said six years ago on this date, the Rohingya people residing in Rakhine State, Myanmar, suffered a senseless and unjustifiable assault carried out by the nation’s security forces. This act of violence resulted in the tragic loss of nearly 7,000 lives, …
Ottawa – Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will participate in the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting in Jaipur, India. This year’s meeting, under India’s G20 Presidency, will provide an opportunity to further promote Canada’s international trade priorities, including fostering inclusive and resilient global prosperity. Minister Ng will also meet with some of her …
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions against 4 individuals and 29 entities that have direct ties to Russia’s military-industrial complex, as well as to its financial and nuclear sectors. These sanctions are part of the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations and target those who are complicit in Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. …
Semarang – Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, met with Dr Kao Kim Hourn, Secretary-General of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) during the Asean Economic Ministers Meeting (AEM) in Indonesia. During the meeting, Minister Ng thanked Secretary-General Kao for his ongoing support in finalizing the Asean-Canada Strategic Partnership this year. Minister Ng highlighted the …
Ottawa – We recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the State Nuclear Regulatory Inspectorate of Ukraine (SNRIU) to formalize efforts to cooperate and exchange information on nuclear regulatory matters. The agreement was signed in Kyiv on August 15, 2023, by CNSC President Rumina Velshi and SNRIU Acting Chairman and Chief Inspector on Nuclear and Radiation Safety, Oleh Korikov. …
