Canada News Centre2025-12-13T13:21:48-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/12/canada-seeks-views-on-upcoming-free-trade-agreement-negotiations.html

Canada is committed to building strong, diversified international partnerships that drive economic growth and create good jobs for Canadians.

Global Affairs Canada2025-12-13T13:21:48-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/10/paris-joint-political-declaration-on-achieving-gender-equality-promoting-human-rights-of-all-women-and-girls-and-strengthening-a-feminist-approach-.html

We, the undersigned Ministers and high representatives of governments, including Armenia, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Kosovo, Latvia, Liberia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Mexico, Moldova, the Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Portugal, Rwanda, Slovenia, Spain, Thailand, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uruguay

Global Affairs Canada2025-10-28T16:59:57-04:00https://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/2025/06/canada-partners-with-first-nations-inuit-and-metis-on-3-new-indigenous-led-climate-projects-in-developing-countries.html

Indigenous Peoples have a strong connection to the natural world, and their leadership is key in tackling climate change. That is why Canada is committed to working in true partnership with Indigenous Peoples for inclusive and collaborative climate action by supporting Indigenous-led projects and Indigenous leadership on climate resilience here at home and in the most vulnerable regions of the world.

Global Affairs Canada2025-06-21T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2025/06/tribunal-issues-determination-of-reasonable-indication-of-injurycertain-carbon-or-alloy-steel-wire-from-various-countries.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today determined that there is a reasonable indication that the dumping of certain carbon or alloy steel wire from China, Chinese Taipei, India, Italy, Malaysia, Portugal, Spain, Thailand, Türkiye and Vietnam has caused injury to the domestic industry.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2025-06-19T16:05:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/05/canada-diversifies-trade-in-the-indo-pacific-region-through-the-team-canada-trade-mission-to-thailand-and-cambodia.html

Today, the Government of Canada concluded a successful Team Canada Trade Mission (TCTM) to Thailand and Cambodia.

Global Affairs Canada2025-05-30T09:30:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2025/04/the-cbsa-launches-an-investigation-into-the-alleged-dumping-of-certain-carbon-and-alloy-steel-wire-from-the-peoples-republic-of-china-the-separate-.html

The CBSA launches an investigation into the alleged dumping of certain carbon and alloy steel wire from the People's Republic of China, the Separate Customs Territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu, the Republic of India, the Italian Republic, the Federation of Malaysia, the Portuguese Republic, the Kingdom of Spain, the Kingdom of Thailand, the Republic of Türkiye, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam

Canada Border Services Agency2025-04-22T14:00:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/02/statement-from-minister-joly-following-thailands-forced-return-of-uyghur-refugees-to-china.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today 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.

Global Affairs Canada2025-02-27T22:30:07-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2025/01/tribunal-finds-injuryconcrete-reinforcing-bar-from-the-republic-of-bulgaria-the-kingdom-of-thailand-and-the-united-arab-emirates.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today found that the dumping of concrete reinforcing bar, originating in or exported from the Republic of Bulgaria, the Kingdom of Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates, 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. of Edmonton, Alberta, ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada, G.P. of Contrecoeur, Quebec, and Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation of Whitby, Ontario.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2025-01-13T16:05:00-05:00https://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/international-trade-tribunal/news/2024/09/tribunal-initiates-final-injury-inquiryconcrete-reinforcing-bar-from-bulgaria-thailand-and-the-united-arab-emirates.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an inquiry to determine whether the dumping of concrete reinforcing bar originating in or exported from the Republic of Bulgaria, the Kingdom of Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates 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 Tribunal2024-09-16T16:05:00-04:00https://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/international-trade-tribunal/news/2024/07/tribunal-issues-determination-of-reasonable-indication-of-injuryconcrete-reinforcing-bar-from-bulgaria-thailand-and-the-united-arab-emirates.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today determined that there is a reasonable indication that the dumping of concrete reinforcing bar from the Republic of Bulgaria, the Kingdom of Thailand and the United Arab Emirates has caused injury or is threatening to cause injury to the domestic industry.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2024-07-02T16:05:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2024/06/tribunal-continues-ordercarbon-steel-welded-pipe-from-south-korea-the-separate-customs-territory-of-taiwan-penghu-kinmen-and-matsu-chinese-taipei-i.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today continued its order made on October 15, 2018, in expiry review RR-2017-005, concerning the dumping of certain carbon steel welded pipe from the Republic of Korea, Chinese Taipei, the Republic of India, the Sultanate of Oman, the Kingdom of Thailand and the United Arab Emirates and subsidizing of the aforementioned goods originating in or exported from the Republic of India.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2024-06-26T16:05:18-04:00https://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/international-trade-tribunal/news/2024/05/tribunal-initiates-inquiryconcrete-reinforcing-bar-from-bulgaria-thailand-and-the-united-arab-emirates.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated a preliminary injury inquiry into a complaint by AltaSteel Inc., of Edmonton, Alberta, ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada, G.P., of Contrecoeur, Quebec, and Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation, of Whitby, Ontario, that they have suffered injury as a result of the dumping of concrete reinforcing bar from the Republic of Bulgaria, the Kingdom of Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates. The Tribunal’s inquiry is conducted pursuant to the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA) as a result of the initiation of a dumping investigation by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2024-05-06T16:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2024/05/the-cbsa-launches-an-investigation-into-the-alleged-dumping-of-certain-concrete-reinforcing-bar-from-bulgaria-thailand-and-the-united-arab-emirates.html

The CBSA launches an investigation into the alleged dumping of certain concrete reinforcing bar from Bulgaria, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates

Canada Border Services Agency2024-05-03T11:30:16-04:00https://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/2023/09/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointment.html

Ping Kitnikone becomes Ambassador to the Kingdom of Thailand. Ms. Kitnikone replaces Sarah Taylor.

Global Affairs Canada2023-09-01T10:04:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/09/biographical-note.html

Ping Kitnikone (BA [Pacific Studies and Economics], University of Victoria, 1991; MPA [Public Administration], University of Victoria, 1994) joined External Affairs and International Trade Canada in 1994. She served as consul general in Mumbai from 2003 to 2005 and ambassador to Vietnam from 2016 to 2018.

Global Affairs Canada2023-09-01T10:04:07-04:00https://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/international-trade-tribunal/news/2023/08/tribunal-initiates-expiry-reviewcarbon-steel-welded-pipe-from-south-korea-chinese-taipei-india-oman-thailand-and-the-united-arab-emirates.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an expiry review of its order made on October 15, 2018, in expiry review RR 2017 005, continuing, without amendment, its finding made on December 11, 2012, in inquiry NQ 2012 003, to determine if the expiry of the order is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping of certain carbon steel welded pipe from the Republic of Korea, Chinese Taipei, the Republic of India, the Sultanate of Oman, the Kingdom of Thailand and the United Arab Emirates or the subsidizing of the aforementioned goods originating in or exported from the Republic of India and is likely to result in injury to the domestic industry.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2023-08-21T16:05:00-04:00https://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/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2023/06/eligible-travellers-from-13more-countries-now-qualify-for-visa-free-travel-to-canada.html

Canada is a destination of choice for people looking to visit, do business or reunite with family and friends. That’s why we are committed to improving our immigration programs and services by making them more efficient and equitable for people around the world.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada2023-06-06T12:52:00-04:00https://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/2023/02/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/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-ng-concludes-productive-asean-g20-and-apec-meetings.html

This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, concluded another trip to the Indo-Pacific region, during which she accompanied Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the ASEAN Summit, the G20 Leaders’ Summit and the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-20T14:39:01-05:00https://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/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/global-affairs/news/2022/05/minister-ng-concludes-successful-visits-to-thailand-and-singapore.html

Helping businesses find innovative ways to diversify trade and expand into growth markets is key to a sustainable, inclusive economic recovery and transition to a green economy.

Global Affairs Canada2022-05-25T15:33:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/05/minister-ng-participated-in-the-2022-apec-ministers-responsible-for-trade-meeting-in-thailand.html

International forums such as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) are critical platforms for advancing our global economic recovery from COVID-19 and to securing a sustainable future economy for all.

Global Affairs Canada2022-05-23T13:27:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/05/minister-ng-addresses-apec-trade-ministers.html

Colleagues, thank you for the insightful dialogue about how APEC economies can work together as we navigate through COVID-19 and beyond.

Global Affairs Canada2022-06-23T09:29:15-04:00https://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/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/2021/02/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/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/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/2020/05/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 Canada2020-06-03T15:51:30-04:00