Texas – Mary Ng, Minister of Export, Trade and Economic Development, met with Texas Governor Greg Abbott. She said: “Canadian businesses, provinces and I had the opportunity to meet with Governor Abbott to discuss our commitment to our future working relationship. Texas is our third largest trading partner in the US- it is essential to continue creating opportunities for our …
Canada continues to advance menstrual equity
Ottawa – Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, supported by Federal Ministers* issued the following statement in commemoration of the tenth anniversary of Menstrual Hygiene Day, as the Government of Canada continues to advance menstrual equity. “Menstrual health is an integral part of overall health, as well as a key component of comprehensive sexual and reproductive …
Minister Ng attends Canada-US-Mexico Free Trade Commission meeting
Phoenix – The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) supports growth and prosperity across North America, generating nearly $2 trillion in annual merchandise trade. Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, and Raquel Buenrostro, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, attended the fourth CUSMA Free Trade Commission (FTC) meeting, hosted by the United States …
Minister Ng meets with US Trade Representative Katherine Tai in Phoenix
Phoenix – Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, met with Ambassador Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, at the fourth Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) Free Trade Commission meeting, hosted by the United States in Phoenix, Arizona. During their meeting, Minister Ng emphasized the need for the 3 countries to continue working together to successfully implement …
Minister Ng advances Canada’s trade priorities at Apec
Arequipa – Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, participated in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting in Arequipa, Peru. The meeting’s theme was Empower, Include, Grow. While at the APEC meeting, Minister Ng emphasized the importance of the rules-based multilateral trading system with the WTO at its core. She encouraged APEC …
Minister Joly welcomes Philippines’ Secretary for Foreign Affairs
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will welcome Enrique A. Manalo, Secretary for Foreign Affairs for the Philippines, to Ottawa on May 8, 2024. This year is a significant milestone for Canada and the Philippines as the two countries celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations. The long-standing friendship shared by the two countries is …
Minister Ng strengthens Canada’s trade relationship with Singapore
Ottawa – Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, welcomed Gan Kim Yong, Minister for Trade and Industry of Singapore, to Ottawa. In a bilateral meeting, Minister Ng highlighted the importance of Singapore as a key partner under Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy. The ministers discussed key trade policy issues, including free trade agreement negotiations between Canada and …
Canada-Korea FTA celebrate 10th anniversary
South Korea – Mary Ng, Minister of Export, Trade and Economic Development, said the Canada-Korea FTA is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year with tangible results for both our economies. She said: “Bilateral trade is up 82.5% since 2014, greater duty free access is achieved with over 99% in tariff reductions and Canada is Korea’s second largest destination for investment, …
Minister Ng strengthens trade relations with Republic of Korea
Seoul – Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, has concluded her visit to Seoul after leading a Team Canada Trade Mission to South Korea. As a key initiative under Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, these missions provide opportunities for Canadian and local companies to establish valuable connections with important players. In Seoul, Minister Ng welcomed more than …
Mary Ng holds talks with Federation of Korean Industries representatives
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.“