Ottawa – Following more than a year of devastating conflict, the UN estimates that the entire population of Gaza, more than 2 million people, is in need of urgent emergency assistance. At the same time, the West Bank is facing escalating violence, significant displacement, and movement restrictions that are hampering the delivery of vital humanitarian assistance and worsening the overall humanitarian …
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development issued the following statement: “Canada expresses its deep concern about the egregious violence that is occurring in Syria over the past few days in the Tartus, Latakia and Homs provinces. “We utterly condemn these atrocities and call on the interim authorities to take all necessary …
Charlevoix – Canada`s Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly is in Charlevoix for G7 summit. She said: “Canadians have been nothing but the strongest allies and the best neighbours to the United States. These tariffs are completely unjustifiable, and Canadians are united in the face of this economic threat. She said Canada and France are aligned on our shared priorities. At …
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations against Iranian individuals and entities who have engaged in gross human rights violations against Iranian civilians and destabilizing activities in the Middle East region and globally that undermine international peace, security or stability in a manner that is consistent with …
Toronto – As African countries and institutions rapidly evolve, so too must Canada’s engagement. In a time of global economic and geopolitical uncertainty, Canada must seize opportunities to strengthen economic and national security, including by diversifying its markets; improving supply chain resilience; enhancing peace, security and human rights; and contributing to efforts that build and maintain corridors for critical goods, …
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures Act against seven individuals and three entities associated with the ongoing conflict in Sudan. After nearly two years of fighting, the situation is deteriorating, with growing violence and atrocities against civilians, propelled by the supply of arms and military equipment to the …
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, issued the following statement: “Canada is deeply concerned that 40 Uyghur refugees were forcibly returned to China today, putting them at a serious risk of torture, mistreatment, repressive surveillance, arbitrary detention and forced labour. “Canada has serious concerns that this is a violation of Thailand’s obligation under the Convention against Torture and …
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, travelled to London, United Kingdom (UK), for a bilateral visit. Minister Joly met with David Lammy, the UK’s Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, to discuss shared priorities, including the implementation of the ceasefire in Gaza and Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Minister Joly will also meet with Jonathan …
Brussels – In Brussels, Canada`s Foreign Affairs Minister, Melanie Joly met with the Nato Secretary General, Mark Rutte. She reiterated Canada’s unwavering support for Ukraine and highlighted the significant investments Canada is making in the Canadian Armed Forces.
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, has announced the launch of the Women Foreign Ministers’ Group (WFMG). The newly established group will act as a mechanism that will help protect and advance women’s full and meaningful participation in decision-making and leadership roles. It will be a powerful tool in amplifying the voices of women in global diplomacy and …
