Ottawa – Canada and Bangladesh are steadfast partners working to advance mutual priorities and strengthen global sustainable development. This multifaceted partnership shares the united goals of gender parity, education and tackling climate change. Canada’s commitment to global partnerships will strengthen inclusion, reduce poverty and contribute to prosperity for Canadians. Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, alongside Member of Parliament Parm …
Minister Ng announces Trade Missions to bring more of Canada to Indo-Pacific
Ottawa – Since the Team Canada Trade Mission to Japan nearly a year ago, these large-scale missions have visited Malaysia, Vietnam and the Republic of Korea and will soon visit Indonesia and the Philippines. Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, announced that she will lead a Team Canada Trade Mission to Australia from February 16 …
Al Laos Joly advances diplomatic, political engagement
Tokyo – Since the elevation of Canada’s Strategic Partnership with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) in September 2023, Canada has increased its diplomatic and political engagement across the Asean region, demonstrating its value and concrete commitment as an active and reliable partner to Asean. Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, visited Vientiane, Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Laos) to …
Joly attends Apec Annual Ministerial Meeting
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, has travelled to San Francisco, California. She will be there from November 13-17, to participate in the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Annual Ministerial Meeting hosted by US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken. During her visit, Minister Joly will engage with her Indo-Pacific counterparts and with private sector leaders to advance …
Bill Blair discusses Canada-Australia defence relationship
Ottawa – Canada’s Minister of National Defence, Bill Blair met with General Angus Campbell, Chief of the Defence Force, Australia. He said: “Australia is a close friend and ally, and our armed forces work together to ensure a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. Today, I met with General Angus to discuss the Canada-Australia defence relationship and security challenges in the …