Ottawa – Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, concluded a visit to Jordan on May 12. The visit focused on Canada’s humanitarian assistance in the region and provided him with the opportunity to hear first-hand from humanitarian partners about the current situation in the Gaza Strip, including Rafah. Minister Hussen met with His Royal Highness Prince Rashid bin El Hassan to …
The Government of Canada is making investments in British Columbia to create jobs, strengthen communities and build a skilled and inclusive workforce Vancouver – British Columbia is home to industry-leading innovation, world-class destinations and thriving communities. The Government of Canada is supporting economic growth that will help BC businesses and communities thrive now and for years to come. To mark …
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 …
Montréal – Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, accompanied by Fayçal El-Khoury, MP for Laval-Les Îles, Quebec, Lena Metlege Diab, MP for Halifax West, Nova Scotia, as well as members of Canada’s Lebanese community in Montréal, announced that Canada is providing $65 million in international assistance funding, including $27 million in humanitarian assistance funding and $38 million in development assistance …
Ottawa – The fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) wrapped up in Ottawa today, marking significant progress in the development of a legally binding global agreement to end plastic pollution by 2040. As the host country, Canada played a pivotal role in the progress made during this session, setting the stage for international ambition and cooperation at the …
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 …
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 …
Congo – Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development visited Democratic Republic of Congo. He said: “Democratic Republic of Congo is an important partner for Canada, and with strong people-to-people ties, our collaboration holds a lot of potential. President Felix Tshisekedi and I know youth empowerment is key for future prosperity and will continue investing in their potential.”
Ottawa – Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, concluded his trip to Benin, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda. During his trip, he reaffirmed Canada’s engagement in Africa, particularly in support of empowering women and girls, increasing green economic growth and ensuring a more prosperous world for all. In Benin, Minister Hussen, with Kouaro Yves Chabi, Minister of …
Ottawa – Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, concluded a tour in Atlantic Canada with several engagements focused on the Canadian international development sector. Kicking off the tour in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Minister Hussen, accompanied by Joanne Thompson, Member of Parliament for St. John’s East, met with professionals from the Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University of …
