Canada News Centre2026-04-20T15:47:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2026/04/tribunal-initiates-expiry-reviewsconcrete-reinforcing-bar-from-algeria-egypt-indonesia-italy-malaysia-singapore-vietnam-rr-2026-002-oman-and-russia.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated expiry reviews (RR-2026-002 and RR-2026-003) of its findings made on June 4, 2021, in inquiry NQ-2020-004, and July 2, 2021 in inquiry NQ-2020-005, to determine if the expiry of the findings is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping of concrete reinforcing bar from Algeria, Egypt, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam (RR-2026-002), Oman and Russia (RR-2026-003) and is likely to result in injury to the domestic industry.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2026-04-20T16:05:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/food-inspection-agency/news/2025/12/canada-secures-expanded-market-access-for-canadian-meat-products-following-ministerial-mission-to-indonesia.html

Following the historic signing of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by Prime Minister Carney and President Prabowo in September, the Government of Canada today announced a major expansion of market access for Canadian beef and pork products in Indonesia.

Canadian Food Inspection Agency2026-02-23T10:04:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/01/project-announcements-made-by-secretary-of-state-sarai-during-trip-to-vietnam-indonesia-and-fiji.html

The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), announced that Canada will provide more than $123 million in funding to support projects in Vietnam, Indonesia and Fiji. He also announced the allocation of funding for four new initiatives valued at a total of more than $4.2 million, under the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-Canada Plan of Action Trust Fund (2023 to 2029).

Global Affairs Canada2026-01-21T11:08:13-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/01/canada-strengthens-international-cooperation-and-trade-opportunities-during-secretary-of-state-sarais-visit-to-vietnam-indonesia-and-fiji.html

The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), concluded a visit to Vietnam, Indonesia and Fiji, which took place from January 6 to 16, 2026. During his trip, Secretary of State Sarai reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to deepening economic partnerships, development cooperation and exploring new trade opportunities. He also highlighted Canada’s priorities of inclusive economic growth, trade readiness, climate resilience, and gender equality across the Indo-Pacific region.

Global Affairs Canada2026-01-19T11:49:23-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2025/12/tribunal-continues-orderhot-rolled-carbon-steel-plate-from-brazil-denmark-indonesia-italy-japan-and-korea.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today continued its order made on March 13, 2020, in expiry review RR-2019-001, concerning the dumping of hot-rolled carbon steel plate from Brazil, Denmark, Indonesia, Italy, Japan and Korea.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2025-12-17T16:05:42-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2025/12/tribunal-initiates-expiry-reviewoil-country-tubular-goods-from-chinese-taipei-india-indonesia-south-korea-thailand-turkiye-ukraine-and-vietnam.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an expiry review of its order made on December 30, 2020, in expiry review RR-2019-006, to determine if the expiry of the order is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping of oil country tubular goods, originating in or exported from Chinese Taipei, India, Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, Türkiye, Ukraine and Vietnam, and is likely to result in injury to the domestic industry.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2025-12-01T16:05:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/10/minister-sidhu-advances-trade-priorities-at-g20-trade-and-investment-ministers-meeting.html

The Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister International Trade, has concluded his participation at the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting, held in Gqeberha, South Africa.

Global Affairs Canada2025-10-12T12:41:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/10/minister-sidhu-to-attend-g20-trade-and-investment-ministerial-meeting-in-south-africa.html

This week, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, will participate in the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting in Gqeberha, South Africa.

Global Affairs Canada2025-10-06T09:28:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/09/parliamentary-secretary-naqvi-strengthens-canadas-trade-and-investment-ties-with-association-of-southeast-asian-nations.html

This week, Yasir Naqvi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade and to the Secretary of State (International Development), concluded his participation in the Fourteenth Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Economic Ministers-Canada Consultation, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Global Affairs Canada2025-09-26T18:33:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/09/minister-sidhu-meets-with-indonesias-minister-of-trade.html

Today, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, met with Budi Santoso, Indonesia’s Minister of Trade, in Ottawa.

Global Affairs Canada2025-09-24T18:32:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/02/minister-joly-to-travel-to-johannesburg-south-africa-for-g20-foreign-ministers-meeting.html

Minister Joly will meet with her counterparts to discuss pressing geopolitical issues, including Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East and the crisis in Haiti. She will also address peace and security issues in Africa, particularly in Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Global Affairs Canada2025-02-20T08:09:28-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/02/minister-hussen-announces-support-to-strengthen-canadas-development-partnerships-in-indo-pacific-region.html

The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, concluded a productive visit to Bangladesh and Indonesia, reinforcing Canada’s commitment to sustainable development, climate action and cooperation with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and countries in the broader Indo-Pacific region. These development initiatives strengthen local communities while benefiting the global economy and Canada’s security and prosperity.

Global Affairs Canada2025-02-15T09:29:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/02/backgrounder-minister-hussen-announces-support-to-strengthen-canadas-development-partnerships-in-indo-pacific-region.html

The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced $56.8 million in new funding for projects to support the Indo-Pacific region in the areas of gender equality, Rohingya refugees, health and economic growth and to strengthen Canada’s partnership with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

Global Affairs Canada2025-02-15T09:29:11-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2025/02/tribunal-initiates-expiry-reviewhot-rolled-carbon-steel-plate-from-brazil-denmark-indonesia-italy-japan-and-korea.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an expiry review of its order made on March 13, 2020, in expiry review RR-2019-001, continuing, with amendment, its finding made on May 20, 2014, in inquiry NQ-2013-005, which was continued, with amendment, in review NQ-2023-005R, to determine if the expiry of the order is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping of hot-rolled carbon steel plate from the Federative Republic of Brazil, the Kingdom of Denmark, the Republic of Indonesia, the Italian Republic, Japan and the Republic of Korea, and is likely to result in injury to the domestic industry.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2025-02-10T16:05:46-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/12/in-manila-philippines-minister-ng-concludes-canadas-largest-team-canada-trade-mission.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, concluded her highly successful visit to the Philippines. While in Manila, she welcomed more than 300 representatives of over 190 Canadian organizations who were taking part in the Team Canada Trade Mission to Indonesia and the Philippines, the Canada’s largest trade mission...

Global Affairs Canada2024-12-06T17:22:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/12/backgrounder-minister-ng-announces-significant-support-to-help-canadian-businesses-succeed-in-indonesia.html

From December 1 to 3, 2024, during the mission to Indonesia as part of the Team Canada Trade Mission to Indonesia and the Philippines, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, concluded the negotiations for a Canada-Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), and signed two memorandums of understanding (MOUs) under CEPA. The minister also witnessed the signing of a number of MOUs between Canadian and Indonesian companies.

Global Affairs Canada2024-12-04T15:13:55-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/12/minister-ng-strengthens-trade-relations-with-indonesia-during-team-canada-trade-mission.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, has concluded her visit to Indonesia, the first stop of the largest ever Team Canada Trade Mission to Indonesia and the Philippines. The mission, a key initiative under Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, opened doors to an important market for a diverse group of Canadian exporters and innovators.

Global Affairs Canada2024-12-04T15:13:49-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/12/minister-ng-to-lead-canadian-businesses-on-team-canada-trade-mission-to-indonesia-and-philippines.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, is headed to Jakarta, Indonesia, to lead Canada’s largest-ever Team Canada Trade Mission, to Indonesia and the Philippines.

Global Affairs Canada2024-12-01T10:47:34-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/11/minister-ng-strengthens-economic-ties-at-asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-ministerial-meeting-in-lima-peru.html

This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, participated in the annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministerial Meeting and the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting alongside Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, in Lima, Peru.

Global Affairs Canada2024-11-18T18:07:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/11/minister-ng-to-attend-annual-asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-ministerial-meeting-in-lima-peru.html

This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will participate in the annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministerial Meeting, which will be held in Lima, Peru, from November 13 to 16, 2024.

Global Affairs Canada2024-11-12T11:55:48-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/10/minister-ng-announces-2025-team-canada-trade-missions-to-bring-more-of-canada-to-the-indo-pacific.html

As a key part of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, Team Canada Trade Missions help Canadian businesses open doors in dynamic markets, unlock new opportunities and connect with government and industry leaders. Diversity is Canada’s strength, and Team Canada supports and advances inclusive trade, which contributes to more competitive, innovative and successful businesses.

Global Affairs Canada2024-10-17T15:15:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/minister-ng-promotes-trade-and-investment-ties-at-association-of-southeast-asian-nations-economic-ministers-meeting-in-lao-peoples-democratic-republic.html

Over the weekend, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, concluded her participation in the 13th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Economic Ministers-Canada Consultation, in Vientiane, Lao People’s Democratic Republic (PDR).

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-23T09:46:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/minister-ng-to-attend-association-of-southeast-asian-nations-meeting-in-lao-peoples-democratic-republic.html

Minister Ng to attend Association of Southeast Asian Nations meeting in Lao People’s Democratic Republic

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-16T10:16:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/minister-ng-advances-canadas-trade-priorities-at-the-asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-ministers-responsible-for-trade-meeting.html

While at the APEC meeting, Minister Ng emphasized the importance of the rules-based multilateral trading system with the WTO at its core.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-19T10:19:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/minister-ng-to-attend-the-asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-apec-ministers-responsible-for-trade-meeting-in-arequipa-peru-to-advance-canadas-trade-.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today announced that she will visit Arequipa, Peru, from May 15 to 18, to participate in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-13T10:33:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/backgrounder--minister-hussen-announces-245-million-in-funding-for-international-youth-internship-program.html

The International Youth Internship Program (IYIP) gives young people in Canada the opportunity to gain international experience, skills and knowledge, which help to prepare them for the future. Six IYIP internship projects, part of the program’s 2023 to 2029 iteration, were announced by the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, on February 6, 2024.

Global Affairs Canada2024-02-06T13:15:08-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/minister-ng-advances-cooperation-on-trade-investment-and-supply-chain-resilience-in-the-asia-pacific-region.html

While at APEC, Minister Ng highlighted Canada’s commitment to deepen its engagement across the Indo-Pacific by continuing to work closely with APEC economies to ensure strong, sustainable, and inclusive growth that creates good jobs and opportunities for businesses on both sides of the Pacific...

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-16T17:27:38-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/minister-ng-to-travel-to-san-francisco-to-attend-annual-asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-ministerial-meeting.html

This meeting, hosted by the United States, will provide an opportunity for Canada to further its international trade and investment priorities, including...

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-12T10:30:26-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/08/minister-ng-concludes-successful-meetings-in-indonesia-with-asean-economic-ministers.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development attended the 12th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Economic Ministers (AEM) – Canada Consultation, in Indonesia.

Global Affairs Canada2023-08-22T09:20:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/08/minister-ng-co-chairs-canada-indonesia-bilateral-economic-task-force.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, co-chaired the meeting of the Canada-Indonesia Bilateral Economic Task Force with Luhut Pandjaitan, Indonesian Coordinating Minister of Maritime and Investment Affairs.

Global Affairs Canada2023-08-21T11:44:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/08/minister-ng-meets-with-secretary-general-of-association-of-southeast-asian-nations.html

The Honourable 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.

Global Affairs Canada2023-08-21T11:43:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/08/minister-ng-to-attend-association-of-southeast-asian-nations-meetings-in-indonesia.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, announced today that she will attend the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Economic Ministers (AEM) Meeting, being held from August 18 to 20, 2023, in Semarang, Indonesia.

Global Affairs Canada2023-08-17T10:12:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/07/minister-joly-to-attend-asean-meetings-in-indonesia.html

With more than four decades of robust cooperation with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and its member states, Canada is further strengthening its long-lasting partnership with ASEAN and contributing to our mutual interests in security, economic prosperity and sustainable development.

Global Affairs Canada2023-07-12T07:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/05/minister-ng-participates-in-asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-trade-ministers-meeting-in-detroit.html

International forums such as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) provide Canada with an opportunity to advance trade priorities, such as building a resilient and interconnected Asia-Pacific region that advances economic prosperity and supports a sustainable future and equitable future for all.

Global Affairs Canada2023-05-26T22:22:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/04/backgrounder--biography-special-envoy.html

Ian McKay, a native of Penticton British Columbia, studied political science and Asian studies at the University of British Columbia, and holds a Master’s of Business Administration Degree from Queen’s University, as well as an ICD.D designation from the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto.

Global Affairs Canada2023-04-19T08:25:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/04/minister-joly-names-canadas-special-envoy-for-the-indo-pacific.html

The partnership between Canada and the Indo-Pacific is deeply rooted in the vibrant and dynamic ties between our peoples, as well as long-standing trade and diplomatic relations. Canada is committed to strengthening this partnership to advance our ambitious Indo-Pacific Strategy, launched in November 2022. This will contribute to our economic resilience and growth, prosperity, security and national interests.

Global Affairs Canada2023-04-19T08:25:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/minister-ng-launches-first-team-canada-trade-mission-to-the-indo-pacific.html

This week the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, led the first Team Canada Trade mission to Singapore, with over 175 businesses in attendance...

Global Affairs Canada2023-02-23T14:56:05-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/minister-ng-meets-with-singapores-minister-of-foreign-affairs.html

February 22, 2023 – Singapore - Global Affairs Canada Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Vivian Balakrishnan, Singapore’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, in Singapore.

Global Affairs Canada2023-02-22T20:10:19-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/minister-ng-meets-with-singapores-minister-for-trade-and-industry.html

Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Gan Kim Yong, Singapore’s Minister for Trade and Industry in Singapore.

Global Affairs Canada2023-02-22T13:19:13-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/parliamentary-secretary-sidhu-to-engage-business-leaders-in-singapore-and-indonesia-on-canadas-indo-pacific-strategy.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will be travelling to Singapore and Indonesia to engage with key business partners and stakeholders and to help advance Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy. He will be in Singapore from February 20 to 23 and in Indonesia from February 23 to 26, 2023.

Global Affairs Canada2023-02-20T20:32:02-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/minister-ng-to-visit-singapore-to-launch-canadas-new-team-canada-trade-mission-as-part-of-the-indo-pacific-strategy.html

Singapore is an important trade and investment partner for Canada and a key part of our engagement in the region through Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy (IPS).

Global Affairs Canada2023-02-17T11:30:49-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/12/minister-of-foreign-affairs-to-speak-on-canadas-indo-pacific-strategy-in-montreal.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will be the guest speaker at the Montreal Council of Foreign Relations’ (CORIM) Politics Series on Monday, December 19 in Montréal. During the event, Minister Joly will discuss Canada’s new Indo-Pacific Strategy...

Global Affairs Canada2022-12-16T16:17:25-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/canada-launches-indo-pacific-strategy-to-support-long-term-growth-prosperity-and-security-for-canadians.html

As a Pacific nation, Canada recognizes that the Indo-Pacific region will play a significant and profound role in Canada’s future. Every issue that matters to Canadians—national security, economic prosperity, respect for international law and human rights, democratic values, public health, protecting our environment—will be shaped by the relationships that Canada, along with its partners, have with countries throughout the Indo-Pacific. Decisions made in the region will impact Canadians for generations, and it is critical that Canada be at the table.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-27T13:43:07-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/canada-and-the-indo-pacific.html

The Indo-Pacific is the fastest growing economic region in the world. By 2030, it will be home to two-thirds of the global middle class. By 2040, the region will account for more than half of the global economy. The Indo-Pacific will play a critical role in shaping Canada’s future over the next half century.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-27T13:16:57-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/canadas-indo-pacific-strategy-new-initiatives-and-resources.html

Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy offers a comprehensive framework for Government of Canada engagement in the region over the next decade. The first five years of the strategy include new initiatives and investments of almost $2.3 billion over five years, detailed below. In 2026-27, the Government of Canada will return with an update that will cover initiatives and resources for years 2027-2032.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-27T13:08:58-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/minister-joly-to-hold-press-conference-on-the-indo-pacific-strategy.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will be joined by ministerial colleagues, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, the Honourable Marco Mendocino, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard at a press conference on November 27 in Vancouver. The Ministers will make an announcement on Canada’s Indo-Pacific strategy.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-25T16:45:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/minister-joly-to-attend-asean-summit-g20-summit-and-sommet-de-la-francophonie.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will join Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, the G20 Summit in Bali, Indonesia, and the 18th Summit of La Francophonie in Djerba, Tunisia. She will be traveling from November 12 to 20, 2022.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-09T11:10:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/minister-of-foreign-affairs-in-conversation-with-the-asia-pacific-foundation-of-canada-and-munk-school-of-global-affairs--public-policy.html

November 8, 2022 – Prior to travelling to the Indo-Pacific region, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will join the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada and the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy to discuss Canada’s work to expand partnerships and deepen ties within the region.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-08T14:48:18-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/10/minister-ng-advances-progress-on-canada-indonesia-comprehensive-economic-partnership-agreement-and-reinforces-canada-asean-partnership-during-produ.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, concluded a successful visit to Indonesia during which she met with a number of Indonesian government officials to strengthen bilateral trade as Canada and Indonesia celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations this year. Minister Ng also met with Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) officials to reinforce Canada-ASEAN relations.

Global Affairs Canada2022-10-12T16:13:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/09/minister-ng-to-attend-trade-ministerial-meetings-for-the-g7-association-of-southeast-asian-nations-and-g20.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will promote international trade and investment best practices and opportunities during key meetings with her G7, Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and G20 counterparts.

Global Affairs Canada2022-09-13T13:52:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2022/09/tribunal-continues-finding-with-amendmentoil-country-tubular-goods-from-chinese-taipei-india-philippines-south-korea-thailand-turkey-ukraine-and-vi.html

On April 30, 2020, pursuant to paragraph 76.1(1)(b) of the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA), the Minister of Finance requested that the Canadian International Trade Tribunal review its threat of injury finding made on April 2, 2015, in inquiry NQ 2014 002, concerning the dumping of oil country tubular goods from the Separate Customs Territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu, the Republic of India, the Republic of Indonesia, the Republic of the Philippines, the Republic of Korea (South Korea), the Kingdom of Thailand, the Republic of Turkey (Turkey), Ukraine and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, having regard to the recommendations and rulings of the Dispute Settlement Body of the World Trade Organization in Canada – Anti-Dumping Measures on Imports of Certain Carbon Steel Welded Pipe from the Separate Customs Territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu (DS482).

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2022-09-08T17:01:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/07/canada-announces-funding-for-3-lgbtq2i-related-projects-in-developing-countries.html

No matter where you live, every human being should have the same fundamental human rights regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. It is why Canada continues to stand up to promote and protect the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, 2-spirit and intersex (LGBTQ2I) persons around the world.

Global Affairs Canada2022-07-31T16:56:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/07/backgrounder-canada-announces-funding-for-3-lgbtq2i-related-projects-in-developing-countries.html

Canada has announced $9 million in funding to support marginalized LGBTQ2I communities in developing countries around the world. This funding is distributed as follows.

Global Affairs Canada2022-07-31T16:56:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2022/07/canada-adopts-joint-statement-on-cooperation-on-global-supply-chains.html

The following is the Joint Statement of the 2022 Supply Chain Ministerial Forum released by U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, and U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Gina Raimondo, on behalf of partner economies, including Canada.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2022-07-20T16:10:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/07/minister-joly-concludes-successful-participation-in-g20-foreign-ministers-meeting-in-indonesia.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded a productive trip to Bali, Indonesia, where she participated in the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on July 7 and 8.

Global Affairs Canada2022-07-09T10:26:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/04/minister-joly-concludes-successful-visits-to-indonesia-and-vietnam.html

During her visit, Minister Joly also underscored Canada’s commitment to pursue active engagement with partner countries throughout the region as part of the forthcoming Canadian Indo-Pacific Strategy...

Global Affairs Canada2022-04-14T19:34:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/04/minister-joly-reinforces-canadas-commitment-to-association-of-southeast-asian-nations-partners.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Michael Tene, Deputy Secretary-General of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) for ASEAN Political-Security Community, and with the ASEAN Committee of Permanent Representatives (ASEAN CPR) to reaffirm the valuable cooperation and growing partnership between Canada and ASEAN.

Global Affairs Canada2022-04-11T20:20:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/04/minister-joly-meets-with-indonesian-foreign-affairs-minister-and-with-president-of-indonesia.html

Minister Joly meets with Indonesian Foreign Affairs Minister and with President of Indonesia

Global Affairs Canada2022-04-11T17:29:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/04/minister-joly-to-visit-indonesia-and-vietnam-to-reinforce-bilateral-relations-and-expand-partnerships-in-indo-pacific.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Indonesia and Vietnam from April 9 to 14.

Global Affairs Canada2022-04-08T19:59:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/03/canada-announces-675-million-in-funding-for-projects-putting-gender-equality-at-heart-of-climate-action.html

Canada recognizes that immediate support is needed for women and girls, who are disproportionately affected by the impacts of climate change, biodiversity loss and natural disasters. The effects on women and girls increase existing social inequalities and threaten their health, safety and economic well-being.

Global Affairs Canada2022-03-08T11:39:47-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/03/backgrounder-canada-announces-funding-for-projects-that-support-gender-equality-and-climate-action.html

Today, Canada announced that it is providing $67.5 million in funding for 8 climate action projects. The international development funding is being distributed as follows.

Global Affairs Canada2022-03-08T11:39:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointments.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-23T18:03:55-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/biographical-notes.html

Biographical notes

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-23T18:03:47-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/international-idea---joint-statement-on-democracy.html

Democracy is a universal aspiration and an enabler of sustainable development. As Member States of International IDEA, we are stewards of this conviction and heirs to the historic transformation of the past century, which turned democratic government into the global norm, thus enhancing development, human rights, peace and security.

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-06T15:36:47-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2021/11/government-of-canada-announces-adjustments-to-canadas-border-measures.html

The Government of Canada will adjust some of Canada’s border measures beginning on Nov. 30 to include additional COVID-19 vaccines accepted for entry to Canada and changes to certain exemptions, testing and ArriveCAN requirements.

Public Health Agency of Canada2022-02-04T10:31:23-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/10/minister-ng-to-attend-g20-trade-and-investment-ministerial-meeting.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will deliver remarks at the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting in Sorrento, Italy, on October 11 and 12, 2021.

Global Affairs Canada2021-10-08T15:52:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/10/minister-ng-meets-with-international-counterparts-at-organisation-for-economic-co-operation-and-development-ministerial-meeting.html

Toward its commitment to a long-term economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and to develop a strong global economy that is inclusive, green, and sustainable, Canada is dedicated to supporting Canadian businesses and the free flow of products and services across international borders.

Global Affairs Canada2021-10-07T12:46:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/06/minister-garneau-meets-with-indonesian-counterpart.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met today with his Indonesian counterpart, Retno Marsudi, on the margins of the G20 Foreign Ministers’ and Development Ministers’ Meeting in Italy.

Global Affairs Canada2021-06-27T20:06:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/06/canada-to-begin-negotiations-with-indonesia-on-a-comprehensive-economic-partnership-agreement.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, and Muhammad Lutfi, Indonesia’s Minister of Trade, announced that Canada and Indonesia will begin negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).

Global Affairs Canada2021-06-20T21:53:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2021/06/tribunal-finds-injuryconcrete-reinforcing-bar-from-algeria-egypt-indonesia-italy-malaysia-singapore-and-vietnam.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today found that the dumping of concrete reinforcing bar, originating in or exported from the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Republic of Indonesia, the Italian Republic, Malaysia, the Republic of Singapore and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, has caused injury to the domestic industry. Anti-dumping duties will therefore be collected by the Canada Border Services Agency. The complainants in this case were Altasteel Inc., ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada, G.P., and Gerdeau Ameristeel Corporation.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2021-06-03T12:17:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/minister-ng-speaks-with-indonesias-minister-of-trade.html

Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Muhammad Lutfi, Indonesia’s Minister of Trade, to advance trade and investment relations between the 2 countries.

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-06T16:37:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/04/minister-garneau-speaks-with-indonesian-counterpart.html

Minister Garneau first offered his sincere condolences to the families and friends who lost loved ones in the recent floods and earthquake in Indonesia. He affirmed that Canada stands with the people of Indonesia in this trying time.

Global Affairs Canada2021-04-21T14:51:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/minister-ng-speaks-with-indonesias-minister-of-energy-and-mineral-resources.html

Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Arifin Tasrif, Indonesia’s Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources following this month’s Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada 2021 Virtual Convention.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-17T22:21:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/02/minister-ng-participates-in-global-infrastructure-advisory-roundtable.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, met with business leaders and investors from Canada’s infrastructure sector for the inaugural meeting of the Global Infrastructure Advisory Roundtable.

Global Affairs Canada2021-02-09T14:09:28-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2021/02/tribunal-initiates-final-injury-inquiry--concrete-reinforcing-bar-from-algeria-egypt-indonesia-italy-malaysia-singapore-and-vietnam.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an inquiry to determine whether the dumping of concrete reinforcing bar originating in or exported from People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Republic of Indonesia, the Italian Republic, Malaysia, the Republic of Singapore and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, has caused injury or retardation or is threatening to cause injury. This final injury inquiry was initiated further to a notice received from the Canada Border Services Agency stating that a preliminary determination had been made respecting the dumping of the above-mentioned goods.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2021-02-05T08:37:20-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/01/minister-ng-discusses-global-trade-and-economic-recovery-in-wto-ministerial-meeting.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, participated in a virtual World Trade Organization meeting of fellow ministers. They discussed key priorities to strengthen the rules-based multilateral trading system in support of an inclusive, sustainable, and resilient global recovery.

Global Affairs Canada2021-01-29T12:15:43-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/01/minister-ng-launches-public-consultations-on-possible-comprehensive-economic-partnership-agreement-with-indonesia.html

Expanding Canada’s trade and investment opportunities in Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing economy will diversify Canada’s trade portfolio and support our economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Global Affairs Canada2021-01-11T08:27:57-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2020/12/tribunal-makes-ordersoil-country-tubular-goods-from-ninecountries.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today continued its finding made on April 2, 2015, in Inquiry No. NQ 2014 002, concerning the dumping of oil country tubular goods (the subject goods) from the Separate Customs Territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu, the Republic of India, the Republic of Indonesia, the Republic of Korea, the Kingdom of Thailand, the Republic of Turkey, Ukraine and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. The Tribunal found that the expiry of the finding with respect to subject goods from these countries was likely to result in injury.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2020-12-30T11:30:34-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/12/canada-announces-support-to-empower-women-in-southeast-asia-and-help-build-sustainable-peace.html

Today, the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, announced that Canada is providing $8.5 million over 5 years, beginning in 2020, to UN Women to empower women, prevent violence and promote social cohesion in Southeast Asia.

Global Affairs Canada2020-12-04T16:59:39-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2020/11/tribunal-issues-determination-of-reasonable-indication-of-injuryconcrete-reinforcing-bar-from-algeria-egypt-indonesia-italy-malaysia-singapore-and-.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today determined that there is a reasonable indication that the dumping of concrete reinforcing bar from the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Republic of Indonesia, the Italian Republic, Malaysia, the Republic of Singapore and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam has caused injury or is threatening to cause injury to the domestic industry.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2020-11-23T16:03:31-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/09/minister-ng-and-g20-trade-ministers-meet-to-advance-recovery-of-global-trade-and-investment.html

The G20 ministers committed to ensuring the rules-based international trading system, with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core, is stable and predictable and that everyone—including small businesses and women entrepreneurs—can access the benefits of trade.

Global Affairs Canada2020-09-22T16:47:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/09/minister-of-foreign-affairs-to-attend-virtual-g20-foreign-ministers-extraordinary-meeting-strengthening-international-cooperation-across-borders.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that he will attend a virtual G20 Foreign Ministers’ Extraordinary Meeting on September 3, 2020.

Global Affairs Canada2020-09-02T10:33:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/07/readout-minister-ng-speaks-with-secretary-general-of-asean.html

On Wednesday, July 29, 2020, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Dato Lim Jock Hoi, Secretary-General of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

Global Affairs Canada2020-07-31T16:03:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/06/readout-minister-of-foreign-affairs-continues-to-coordinate-with-international-counterparts-on-covid-19.html

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted the ninth call of the Ministerial Coordination Group on COVID-19 with his counterparts from Australia, Indonesia, Morocco, Peru, Republic of Korea and Singapore.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-09T15:31:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/05/readout-minister-ng-meets-virtually-with-g20-international-trade-counterparts-to-coordinate-economic-action-plan.html

To support businesses and workers, and lay the foundation for an inclusive and sustainable economic recovery that benefits everyone, the G20 ministers agreed to a range of short- and long-term steps designed to keep trade flowing and global supply chains open.

Global Affairs Canada2020-05-19T14:58:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/05/readout-minister-of-foreign-affairs-continues-to-coordinate-with-international-counterparts-on-covid-19.html

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted the eighth call with his counterparts from countries affected by COVID-19, including Australia, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, Morocco, Peru, Singapore, South Africa, Turkey and the United Kingdom.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-03T15:53:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/05/statement-on-joint-collaboration-by-apec-members-amid-covid-19-pandemic.html

Today, Canada and the other 20 countries in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation [APEC] endorsed a statement committing to mitigate the economic impacts caused by COVID-19 and to plan for economic recovery—especially in developing countries.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-03T15:51:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/04/readout-minister-of-foreign-affairs-continues-to-coordinate-with-international-counterparts-on-covid-190.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today organized a seventh call with his counterparts from countries affected by COVID-19, including Australia, Brazil, France, Germany, Indonesia, Peru, Singapore, South Africa, Turkey and the United Kingdom.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-17T11:39:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/04/foreign-ministers-from-13-countries-agree-on-key-principles-to-keep-transportation-links-and-supply-chains-open.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and counterparts from Australia, Brazil, France, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, Mexico, Morocco, Peru, Republic of Korea, Singapore, South Africa, Turkey and the United Kingdom, today took part in the sixth call of the Ministerial Coordination Group on COVID-19 (MCGC) to reiterate the need to maintain essential global links as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-03T15:47:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/04/readout-minister-of-foreign-affairs-continues-to-coordinate-with-international-counterparts-on-covid-19.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today organized a fifth call with his counterparts from countries affected by COVID-19, including Australia, Brazil, France, Germany, Indonesia, Morocco, Peru, Singapore, South Africa, Turkey and the United Kingdom.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-17T11:37:26-04:00