Canada and the worldCanada News Centre2024-03-28T17:16:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svgMinister Joly to travel to France to strengthen Canada-France relationship https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-to-travel-to-france-to-strengthen-canada-france-relationship.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Paris, France, on April 2, 2024, where she will meet with Stéphane Séjourné, recently appointed as France’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs. Global Affairs Canada2024-03-28T17:16:46-04:00Minister Hussen wraps up tour of Atlantic Canada focused on supporting a robust international development sectorhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-hussen-wraps-up-tour-of-atlantic-canada-focused-on-supporting-a-robust-international-development-sector.htmlToday, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, concluded a tour in Atlantic Canada with several engagements focused on the Canadian international development sector.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-28T15:04:24-04:00Statement on release of Foundations for Peace: Canada’s National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security - 2023 to 2029https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/statement-on-release-of-foundations-for-peace-canadas-national-action-plan-on-women-peace-and-security---2023-to-2029.html“Gender equality is a fundamental human right. The facts are also clear: it is a foundation of a more peaceful world. Where gender equality is lacking, states are almost twice as likely to be unstable and more than three times as likely to have a government that is autocratic and corrupt."Global Affairs Canada2024-03-28T09:30:46-04:00Minister Ng strengthens trade relations with Malaysia during first Team Canada Trade Mission to Southeast Asiahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-ng-strengthens-trade-relations-with-malaysia-during-first-team-canada-trade-mission-to-southeast-asia.htmlThe Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, has concluded her visit to Malaysia, the first stop of the Team Canada Trade Mission to Malaysia and Vietnam. One of the key initiatives under Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, the mission opened doors to key markets for a diverse group of Canadian exporters and trailblazers.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-27T10:13:03-04:00Canada helps vulnerable Canadians leave Haitihttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/canada-helps-vulnerable-canadians-leave-haiti.htmlMarch 25, 2024 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs CanadaThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement:Global Affairs Canada2024-03-25T14:44:28-04:00Minister Joly to provide an update on the situation in Haitihttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-to-provide-an-update-on-the-situation-in-haiti.htmlMarch 25, 2024 - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs will speak to journalists this afternoon about the situation in Haiti.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-25T14:13:25-04:00Minister Hussen announces international youth internships in Atlantic Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-hussen-announces-international-youth-internships-in-atlantic-canada.htmlDuring a tour in Atlantic Canada to highlight the importance of Canada’s international assistance, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, today reaffirmed Canada’s commitment of $24.5 million in funding for the International YGlobal Affairs Canada2024-03-25T09:43:54-04:00Minister Ng kicks-off the 2024 Team Canada Trade Missions in Malaysia and Vietnam https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-ng-kicks-off-the-2024-team-canada-trade-missions-in-malaysia-and-vietnam.htmlAs part of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will lead a Team Canada Trade Mission to Malaysia and Vietnam, from March 24 to 29. Global Affairs Canada2024-03-22T10:00:28-04:00Statement regarding Hong Kong’s adoption of a new national security lawhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/statement-regarding-hong-kongs-adoption-of-a-new-national-security-law.htmlGlobal Affairs Canada today issued the following statement on Hong Kong’s rapid passage of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance and expressing deep concern regarding the impact the new law could have on human rights in Hong Kong:Global Affairs Canada2024-03-20T17:23:42-04:00Street closures for the state funeral in memory of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroneyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/03/street-closures-for-the-state-funeral-in-memory-of-the-right-honourable-brian-mulroney.htmlAccess to some streets in Montréal's Ville-Marie borough will be restricted during the state funeral in memory of the Right Honourable Brian MulroneyCanadian Heritage2024-03-20T13:45:00-04:00Minister Joly meets with Iraq’s Foreign Affairs Minister in Ottawahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-meets-with-iraqs-foreign-affairs-minister-in-ottawa.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met yesterday with His Excellency Fuad Hussein, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iraq, during his visit to Canada. The ministers met to discuss the shared interests of their two countries, including the promotion of inclusive security, stability and prosperity in Iraq and in the Middle East. Global Affairs Canada2024-03-20T12:37:49-04:00Statement on International Day of La Francophoniehttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/statement-on-international-day-of-la-francophonie.htmlToday is a day to celebrate the French language, the diverse and rich cultures of the francophone world, and the spirit of solidarity that animates La Francophonie. Canada is proud to be a pioneering member of the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF) and is working with its global partners to promote French language and advance democracy, human rights and gender equality.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-20T09:56:25-04:00Speech by Minister Joly regarding the motion on “Canada’s actions to promote peace in the Middle East”https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/speech-by-minister-joly-regarding-the-motion-on-canadas-actions-to-promote-peace-in-the-middle-east.htmlMr. Speaker, I welcome debate during this pivotal moment for the region and the world.I rise having just returned from visiting the Middle East, where I met with my counterparts from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Israel and the Palestinian Authority.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-19T15:53:59-04:00Canada announces funding for development projects in Iraqhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/canada-announces-funding-for-development-projects-in-iraq.htmlCanada and Iraq’s friendly ties and good bilateral relationship are supported by shared interests and a commitment to advance security, stability and prosperity in Iraq and the region. Since 2016, Canada has supported development assistance in Iraq to strengthen good governance, advance gender equality, address climate change and promote the economic empowerment of women and girls.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-19T12:00:49-04:00Canada and Ukraine provide update on International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Childrenhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/canada-and-ukraine-provide-update-on-international-coalition-for-the-return-of-ukrainian-children.htmlLaunched in Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 2, 2024, the coalition is a joint initiative by Ukraine and Canada to coordinate efforts and cooperation between Canada, Ukraine and partner states to address the unlawful deportation and forced transfer of Ukrainian children by Russia. As of today, 33 countries have become active members of the coalition and will combine their efforts to reunite Ukrainian children with their families and ensure their safe reintegration into families and communities...Global Affairs Canada2024-03-18T09:34:52-04:00Minister Hussen announces $65.8 million in funding for international development projects in Mozambique and concludes trip to southern Africahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-hussen-announces-658-million-in-funding-for-international-development-projects-in-mozambique-and-concludes-trip-to-southern-africa.htmlMinister Hussen began his trip in Madagascar, where he met with participants in Generation Unlimited, a UNICEF initiative supported by Canada aimed at building green skills for youth employment while creating mentorship and internships...Global Affairs Canada2024-03-18T09:32:56-04:00Backgrounder - Update on membership of International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Childrenhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/backgrounder---update-on-membership-of-international-coalition-for-the-return-of-ukrainian-children.htmlThe International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children is a joint initiative by Ukraine and Canada to coordinate collective efforts and cooperation between Canada, Ukraine and partner states to address the unlawful deportation and forced transfer of Ukrainian children by Russia. Thirty-three countries have now become active members of the coalition. They will combine their efforts to reunite Ukrainian children with their families and ensure their safe reintegration into families and communities...Global Affairs Canada2024-03-18T08:57:01-04:00Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on Russia’s sham presidential electionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/statement-by-minister-of-foreign-affairs-on-russias-sham-presidential-election.html“Canada is deeply concerned by the flawed electoral process that concluded in Russia on March 17, 2024. Russia has violated international commitments on the conduct of elections that it had previously accepted, including those in the 1990 Copenhagen Document. Canada condemns the conduct of voting in occupied territories of Ukraine, which is a blatant breach of international law..."Global Affairs Canada2024-03-18T08:00:00-04:00Minister Joly welcomes Iraq’s Foreign Affairs Minister to Ottawahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-welcomes-iraqs-foreign-affairs-minister-to-ottawa.htmlThe ministers will meet to discuss ways to enhance the growing Canada-Iraq relationship, including through diplomatic engagement and cooperation bilaterally and multilaterally, and expansion of bilateral trade...Global Affairs Canada2024-03-17T10:33:08-04:00Minister Joly meets with Palestinian Authority President and Minister of Foreign Affairshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-meets-with-palestinian-authority-president-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with the Palestinian Authority President, Mahmoud Abbas, and with the Palestinian Authority Minister of Foreign Affairs, Riad Malki, while visiting the West Bank.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-14T18:44:48-04:00Government of Canada officials to provide an update on the situation in Haitihttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-officials-to-provide-an-update-on-the-situation-in-haiti.htmlMarch 14, 2024 - Officials from Global Affairs Canada will offer a technical briefing on the situation in Haiti.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-14T12:46:21-04:00Canada temporarily draws down to essential personnel at its embassy in Haitihttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/canada-temporarily-draws-down-rd1-to-essential-personnel-at-its-embassy-in-haiti.html“Global Affairs Canada continually assesses the security of its personnel and property abroad through a rigorous risk assessment analysis. Due to the volatility of the security situation, the lack of reliable supplies and the need to support an effective presence in a volatile situation, Canada is temporarily drawing down to essential personnel at its embassy in Haiti. Relocated personnel will continue to fulfill their duties from a third country. In similar situations, temporary drawdowns of missions are not uncommon..."Global Affairs Canada2024-03-14T12:07:36-04:00Minister Ng meets with British Columbia Premier David Ebyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-ng-meets-with-british-columbia-premier-david-eby.htmlDuring the meeting, Minister Ng spoke about Team Canada engagement to promote economic ties between Canada and the United States and two-way benefits both countries share. She highlighted the essential role that provinces and territories have as part of Team Canada and working together to promote Canada’s interests for our businesses and workers.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-14T11:41:26-04:00Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to travel to Ethiopia https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/parliamentary-secretary-oliphant-to-travel-to-ethiopia.htmlDuring his trip, Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant will meet with government officials and representatives of the African Union Commission. He will reiterate Canada’s commitment to deepening relations and to work in partnership towards shared priorities. He will also engage with civil society organizations, international organizations and community members to exchange ideas and discuss challenges and opportunities to strengthen Canada-Africa relations.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-13T09:00:12-04:00Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to travel to United Kingdom for Commonwealth Weekhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/parliamentary-secretary-oliphant-to-travel-to-united-kingdom-for-commonwealth-week.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel to London, United Kingdom from March 11 to 13, 2024, for Commonwealth Week.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-11T10:31:38-04:00Joint ministerial statement on Commonwealth Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/joint-ministerial-statement-on-commonwealth-day.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, today issued the following statement to mark Commonwealth Day:Global Affairs Canada2024-03-11T10:05:33-04:00Minister Joly meets with Israel’s Minister of Foreign Affairshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-meets-with-israels-minister-of-foreign-affairs.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met today with Israel Katz, Israel’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-10T17:55:13-04:00Minister Joly meets with United Arab Emirates Minister of Foreign Affairs and confirms Canadian participation in humanitarian sea corridor to deliver humanitarian aid to Gazahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-meets-with-united-arab-emirates-minister-of-foreign-affairs-and-confirms-canadian-participation-in-temporary-port-to-deliver-humanita.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met yesterday with His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates. Minister Joly and Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed discussed a number of priorities and reaffirmed their commitment to work together on international issues, including global and regional security. The two Ministers exchanged views on a range of international and regional security challenges, including the crisis in Gaza.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-10T13:06:10-04:00Statement by Minister Khera on the first day of Ramadanhttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/03/statement-by-minister-khera-on-the-first-day-of-ramadan.htmlGovernment of Canada issues statement to mark the start of the month of RamadanCanadian Heritage2024-03-10T09:05:00-04:00Minister Hussen to hold press conference to provide an update on Canada’s humanitarian assistance in Gazahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-hussen-to-hold-press-conference-to-provide-an-update-on-canadas-humanitarian-assistance-in-gaza0.htmlMarch 8, 2024 - The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, will hold a press conference to announce additional humanitarian assistance for Gaza. Global Affairs Canada2024-03-08T15:11:03-05:00Canada announces continued assistance for people in Gazahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/canada-announces-continued-assistance-for-people-in-gaza.htmlCanada is deeply concerned by the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza that is worsening by the hour. Help must reach civilians as quickly as possible. Canada is working to overcome challenges related to humanitarian access and the delivery of life-saving relief so that more assistance can reach those in need. Global Affairs Canada2024-03-08T14:53:22-05:00Minister Joly meets with Kuwait’s Minister of Foreign Affairs in Kuwait Cityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-meets-with-kuwaits-minister-of-foreign-affairs-in-kuwait-city.htmlThe two ministers discussed the strong Canada-Kuwaiti bilateral relationship, which will mark its 60th anniversary in 2025, and agreed to work together to deepen it further. The two ministers also discussed their countries’ shared commitment to international law and international security. Global Affairs Canada2024-03-08T12:54:47-05:00Canada imposes new sanctions against two individuals for their participation in violent repression of Iranian women and girlshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/canada-imposes-new-sanctions-against-two-individuals-for-their-participation-in-violent-repression-of-iranian-women-and-girls.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. Global Affairs Canada2024-03-08T09:59:08-05:00Minister Joly meets with Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs in Riyadhhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-meets-with-saudi-arabias-minister-of-foreign-affairs-in-riyadh.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met today with Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-07T17:25:26-05:00EVENT CANCELLED - Minister Hussen to hold press conference to provide an update on Canada’s humanitarian assistance in Gazahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-hussen-to-hold-press-conference-to-provide-an-update-on-canadas-humanitarian-assistance-in-gaza.htmlEVENT CANCELLED - The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, will hold a press conference to announce additional humanitarian assistance for Gaza. Minister Hussen will be accompanied by Bob Rae, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Canada to the United Nations in New York.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-05T19:46:00-05:00Minister Joly to travel to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Israel and the West Bank to discuss the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and pathways towards sustainable peacehttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-to-travel-to-saudi-arabia-kuwait-united-arab-emirates-israel-and-the-west-bank-to-discuss-the-ongoing-israel-hamas-conflict-and-pathw.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from March 6 to 9, 2024. She will then visit Israel, Jerusalem and the West Bank from March 10 to 13, 2024.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-05T18:21:38-05:00Minister Hussen announces negotiations of sovereign loan to Ecuador https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-hussen-announces-negotiations-of-sovereign-loan-to-ecuador.htmlCanada and Ecuador have maintained official bilateral relations since 1960, with shared values including inclusive economic growth, biodiversity and climate protection. Canada remains committed in supporting Ecuador and its goal of reducing its greenhouse gas emissions in the energy sector under the Paris Agreement.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-04T16:00:08-05:00Canada announces signing of UN agreement on conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity of areas beyond national jurisdictionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/canada-announces-signing-of-un-agreement-on-conservation-and-sustainable-use-of-marine-biological-diversity-of-areas-beyond-national-jurisdiction.htmlToday, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change; and the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, announced that Canada has signed the Agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction (the BBNJ Agreement). Minister Lebouthillier proudly signed the agreement on behalf of Canada in person in New York City. Global Affairs Canada2024-03-04T14:24:35-05:00Minister Joly announces sanctions against the Russian government for the Kremlin’s responsibility for Alexei Navalny’s deathhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-announces-sanctions-against-the-russian-government-for-the-kremlins-responsibility-for-alexei-navalnys-death.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing another round of sanctions. Six Russian officials are sanctioned under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations related to the February 16, 2024, death of Russian opposition leader, Alexei Navalny, and to Russia’s continued gross and systematic violations of human rights.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-03T11:12:01-05:00Backgrounder – Russia sanctionshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/backgrounder--russia-sanctions.htmlCanada is imposing sanctions against Russian officials in response to gross and systematic human rights violations that have been committed in Russia.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-03T11:11:46-05:00Minister Joly announces additional ban on imports of Russian diamondshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-joly-announces-additional-ban-on-imports-of-russian-diamonds.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada, alongside G7 partners, is imposing additional import restrictions on Russian diamonds under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations.Global Affairs Canada2024-03-01T09:01:30-05:00Minister Hussen attends 46th CARICOM meeting and announces new funding for multiple countries in the Caribbeanhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-hussen-attends-46th-caricom-meeting-and-announces-new-funding-for-multiple-countries-in-the-caribbean.htmlMinister Hussen attends 46th CARICOM meeting and announces new funding for multiple countries in the Caribbean Global Affairs Canada2024-02-27T09:03:48-05:00Government of Canada introduces legislation to combat harmful content online, including the sexual exploitation of childrenhttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-introduces-legislation-to-combat-harmful-content-online-including-the-sexual-exploitation-of-children.htmlThe Online Harms Act would establish a baseline standard to keep young people safe online and uphold freedom of expression. Now, more than ever, online platforms must take responsibility—and be held accountable—for protecting kids from the harms embedded within online platforms. Everyone in Canada deserves to be safe in all aspects of their lives, including online...Canadian Heritage2024-02-26T17:00:00-05:00Backgrounder – Government of Canada introduces legislation to combat harmful content online, including the sexual exploitation of children.https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/02/backgrounder--government-of-canada-introduces-legislation-to-combat-harmful-content-online-including-the-sexual-exploitation-of-children.htmlOn February 26, 2024, the Government of Canada introduced the Online Harms Act, legislation to make online platforms responsible for addressing harmful content and for creating a safer online space that protects all people in Canada, especially children...Canadian Heritage2024-02-26T17:00:00-05:00Statement following elections in Belarushttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/statement-following-elections-in-belarus.htmlGlobal Affairs Canada today issued the following statement regarding the recent elections held in Belarus on February 25, 2024.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-26T12:24:02-05:00Statement on release of Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons report on chemical attacks in Syriahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/statement-on-release-of-organisation-for-the-prohibition-of-chemical-weapons-report-on-chemical-attacks-in-syria.htmlGlobal Affairs Canada today issued the following statement on the release of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) report on the chemical weapons attack on Marea, Syria, in September 2015.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-26T10:00:05-05:00Parliamentary Secretary Damoff to attend Human Rights Council’s 55th session and high-level segment of Conference on Disarmamenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/parliamentary-secretary-damoff-to-attend-human-rights-councils-55th-session-and-high-level-segment-of-conference-on-disarmament.htmlToday, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that Pam Damoff, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will represent Canada at the high-level segment of the 55th session of the Human Rights Council and at the high-level segment of the Conference on Disarmament on February 26 and 27, 2024, in Geneva, Switzerland.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-26T09:00:03-05:00Statement marking 2 years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukrainehttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/statement-marking-2-years-since-russias-full-scale-invasion-of-ukraine.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence; the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, today issued the following statement:Global Affairs Canada2024-02-24T10:54:00-05:00Media technical briefing and press conference on the new bill entitled An Act to enact the Online Harms Act, to amend the Criminal Code, the Canadian Human Rights Act and An Act respecting the mandatory reporting of Internet child pornography by persons who provide an Internet service and to make consequential and related amendments to other Actshttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/02/media-technical-briefing-and-press-conference-on-the-new-bill-entitled-an-act-to-enact-the-online-harms-act-to-amend-the-criminal-code-the-canadian.htmlThe Government of Canada will share information on new legislation to combat the sexual exploitation of children and other online harmful content, and to hold social media services accountable for how they keep Canadians, especially kids, safe on their platforms...Canadian Heritage2024-02-23T19:12:55-05:00Minister Hussen concludes trip to Egypt and Jordanhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-hussen-concludes-trip-to-egypt-and-jordan.htmlMinister Hussen met with various government officials and representatives of organizations and partners in Egypt and Jordan to discuss the humanitarian situation in Gaza and how to get more assistance to those in need. He reaffirmed Canada’s support to vulnerable civilians, including through the recent announcement of an additional $40 million in humanitarian assistance funding. This brought Canada’s total commitment to $100 million, making Canada the third-largest donor to the region since October 7, 2023.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-23T18:56:49-05:00Minister Joly announces additional sanctions in response to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukrainehttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-joly-announces-additional-sanctions-in-response-to-russias-full-scale-invasion-of-ukraine.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions on 10 individuals and 153 entities under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations. Canada is announcing these sanctions in coordination with the United Kingdom and the United States. Nearly 2 years after it began, President Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has gone on too long. These sanctions focus on areas that impact the Russian government’s ability to continue its illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-23T10:33:37-05:00Minister Joly to travel to the United Nations Headquarters in New Yorkhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-joly-to-travel-to-the-united-nations-headquarters-in-new-york.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to New York, United States, on February 23, 2024, to participate in high-level events and engage with her counterparts at the United Nations Headquarters to mark the second year since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-23T09:25:13-05:00Backgrounder - Government of Canada announces allocation of $123 million for projects to support Haiti https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/backgrounder---government-of-canada-announces-allocation-of-123-million-for-projects-to-support-haiti.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the allocation of $123 million for projects to support Haiti while in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, for the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. Global Affairs Canada2024-02-22T23:27:31-05:00Canada announces $123 million in funding to improve security in Haitihttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/canada-announces-123-million-in-funding-to-improve-security-in-haiti.htmlToday, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, participated in an international pledging event in support of Haiti, while in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, for the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. Global Affairs Canada2024-02-22T23:24:14-05:00Canada announces $95 million in funding for development projects in Jordanhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/canada-announces-95-million-in-funding-for-development-projects-in-jordan.htmlToday in Jordan, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced $95 million in new development assistance funding for 7 projects in the country.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-22T09:00:43-05:00Minister Joly to discuss the Munich Security Conference, G20 and Ukrainehttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-joly-to-discuss-the-munich-security-conference-g20-and-ukraine.htmlFebruary 22, 2024 - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs will speak to journalists this afternoon following her trip to the Munich Security Conference and the G20 in Brazil. The Minister will also discuss the upcoming two-year mark of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-22T09:00:30-05:00Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu promotes growing Canada-Africa trade relationshiphttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/parliamentary-secretary-sidhu-promotes-growing-canada-africa-trade-relationship.htmlThis week, Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, joined the Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, E.G.H. Prime Cabinet Secretary of the Republic of Kenya & Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, at the 2nd Canada-Africa Business Conference, held on February 19 and 20, 2024, in Nairobi, KenyaGlobal Affairs Canada2024-02-20T12:38:07-05:00Minister Joly to travel to Brazil for bilateral visit and G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meetinghttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-joly-to-travel-to-brazil-for-bilateral-visit-and-g20-foreign-ministers-meeting.htmlMinister Joly to travel to Brazil for bilateral visit and G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Global Affairs Canada2024-02-19T09:00:51-05:00Joint statement by Canada, United States and United Kingdom on foreign information manipulationhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/joint-statement-by-canada-united-states-and-united-kingdom-on-foreign-information-manipulation.htmlThe United States, the United Kingdom and Canada remain deeply concerned about foreign information manipulation and other actions designed to undermine our democracies and human rights globally.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-16T09:30:39-05:00Third anniversary of Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in State-to-State Relationshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/third-anniversary-of-declaration-against-arbitrary-detention-in-state-to-state-relations.htmlCanada remains deeply committed to putting an end to the use of people as bargaining chips in diplomatic relations. Global Affairs Canada2024-02-15T09:00:00-05:00Statement on International Day Against the Use of Child Soldiershttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/statement-on-international-day-against-the-use-of-child-soldiers.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development; and the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, today issued the following statementGlobal Affairs Canada2024-02-12T10:45:29-05:00Canada announces support for climate adaptation, disaster resilience and health services in Philippines during International Development Weekhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/canada-announces-support-for-climate-change-solutions-and-health-services-in-philippines-during-international-development-week.htmlThe Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced today an investment of $28.15 million in development programming for the Philippines, emphasizing support for climate adaptation, for resilience against natural disasters, and for improved health care services. Global Affairs Canada2024-02-09T13:59:00-05:00Minister Joly speaks with Republic of Korea’s Minister of Foreign Affairshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-joly-speaks-with-republic-of-koreas-minister-of-foreign-affairs.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, yesterday spoke with Cho Tae-yul, the Republic of Korea’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and congratulated him on his recent appointment as minister. Global Affairs Canada2024-02-08T16:58:38-05:00Minister Hussen to hold press conference to announce funding for development projects in the Philippineshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-hussen-to-hold-press-conference-to-announce-funding-for-development-projects-in-the-philippines.htmlFebruary 8, 2024 - The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, will hold a press conference to announce funding for a Philippines-Canada partnership on Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for climate adaptation, for gender responsive healthcare and for disaster risk and resilience in the Philippines. Minister Hussen will be accompanied by the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business and Dr. Tanjina Mirza, Plan International Canada's Chief Program Officer. Global Affairs Canada2024-02-08T10:00:00-05:00Statement by Minister Ng on United States International Trade Commission determination on tin mill steel products from Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/statement-by-minister-ng-on-united-states-international-trade-commission-determination-on-tin-mill-steel-products-from-canada.htmlThe Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the United States International Trade Commission’s (USITC’s) determination on tin mill steel imports from Canada:“Today, the USITC determined that imports of Canadian tin mill steel products did not cause or threaten to cause injury to domestic U.S. producers.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-06T15:25:01-05:00Backgrounder – Minister Hussen announces $24.5 million in funding for International Youth Internship Programhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/backgrounder--minister-hussen-announces-245-million-in-funding-for-international-youth-internship-program.htmlThe 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 Canada2024-02-06T13:15:08-05:00Minister Hussen announces funding for international youth internshipshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-hussen-announces-funding-for-international-youth-internships.htmlToday in Victoria, during a cross-country tour to highlight International Development Week, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced $24.5 million in funding for the International Youth Internship Program (IYIP). Global Affairs Canada2024-02-06T13:15:00-05:00Canada sanctions individuals affiliated with Hamas in response to terrorist attacks against Israelhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/canada-sanctions-individuals-affiliated-with-hamas-in-response-to-terrorist-attacks-against-israel.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures Act (SEMA). The sanctions apply to 11 individuals that hold senior positions within Hamas or its affiliates and were integral to the planning, funding and execution of the October 7 terrorist attacks against Israel.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-06T12:03:23-05:00Minister Hussen to hold press conference to announce International Youth Internship Program (IYIP) opportunities for young Canadianshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-hussen-to-hold-press-conference-to-announce-international-youth-internship-program-iyip-opportunities-for-young-canadians.htmlThe Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, will hold a press conference to announce funding for new International Youth Internship Program (IYIP) opportunities for young Canadians over the next five years. Minister Hussen will be accompanied by representatives from the YMCA for the Greater Toronto area.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-05T10:00:04-05:00Statement by Minister Hussen on International Development Weekhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/statement-by-minister-hussen-on-international-development-week.html“This week, we celebrate the people and organizations advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Guided by their compassion and belief in a better world, they are catalyzing positive change at home and abroad.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-04T09:41:57-05:00Minister Ng promotes renewed Team Canada engagement during Washington, D.C., visithttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-ng-promotes-renewed-team-canada-engagement-during-washington-dc-visit.htmlCanada and the United States have one of the closest and most important trade relationships in the world, built on long-standing shared values and deeply integrated supply chains that create opportunities for businesses and workers on both sides of the border.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-02T18:57:43-05:00Joint Declaration on the creation of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Childrenhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/joint-declaration-on-the-creation-of-the-international-coalition-for-the-return-of-ukrainian-children.htmlWe, the representatives of states and international organizations, including those who gathered in Kyiv on December 8, 2023, express deep concern over the fate of children who have been illegally deported by the Russian Federation from Ukraine or forcibly transferred within the territories of Ukraine temporarily occupied by the Russian Federation.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-02T09:00:25-05:00Minister Joly visits Ukraine to launch initiative to return Ukrainian children and advance negotiations on long-term security commitmentshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-joly-visits-ukraine-to-launch-initiative-to-return-ukrainian-children-and-advance-negotiations-on-long-term-security-commitments.htmlWith Russia’s full-scale illegal invasion of Ukraine nearing the end of its second year, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she is visiting Kyiv, Ukraine, on February 2-3, 2024. This will be her fourth trip to Ukraine since the beginning of 2022.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-02T06:00:00-05:00Statement by Minister Ng on U.S. Department of Commerce preliminary review of duties on Canadian softwood lumberhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-department-of-commerce-preliminary-review-of-duties-on-canadian-softwood-lumber.html"Canada is extremely disappointed that the U.S. Department of Commerce has signalled its intention to significantly increase its duties on softwood lumber from Canada from 8.05% to an estimated 13.86%. This measure is entirely unwarranted.Global Affairs Canada2024-02-01T15:26:39-05:00Joint Statement Marking Three Years Since the Military Coup in Myanmarhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/joint-statement-marking-three-years-since-the-military-coup-in-myanmar.htmlThe following is the text of a joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, Republic of Korea, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States, marking three years since the military coup in Myanmar:“Three years ago, on 1 February 2021, the Myanmar military overthrew the democratically elected government, undoing a decade of progress.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-31T19:25:07-05:00Canada provides additional humanitarian assistance in Gazahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/canada-provides-additional-humanitarian-assistance-in-gaza.htmlCanada wholeheartedly recognizes that Palestinian civilians’ need for humanitarian assistance is growing by the hour. The scale of the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip continues to require our urgent attention and immediate response. We must ensure that Palestinian civilians who need life-saving assistance receive it quickly.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-30T09:05:28-05:00Statement on negotiations for Canada-Ukraine bilateral security commitmentshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/statement-on-negotiations-for-canada-ukraine-bilateral-security-commitments.htmlGlobal Affairs Canada today issued the following statement:
“On January 26, 2024, Government of Canada officials met with their Ukrainian counterparts for negotiations regarding Canada-Ukraine bilateral long-term security commitments.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-29T10:35:08-05:00Minister Joly to travel to the Republic of Moldova and Polandhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/minister-joly-to-travel-to-the-republic-of-moldova-and-poland.htmlAs Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine nears the end of its second year, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to the Republic of Moldova and Poland from January 29 to February 1, 2024, where she will meet with her counterparts and senior government officials to discuss shared priorities...Global Affairs Canada2024-01-29T09:11:57-05:00Statement by Minister Joly on the International Court of Justice’s decision on South Africa’s request for provisional measures in its case against Israelhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/statement-by-minister-joly-on-the-international-court-of-justices-decision-on-south-africas-request-for-provisional-measures-in-its-case-against-is.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs today issued the following statement: “Today, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) delivered its response to South Africa’s request for provisional measures in their case against Israel.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-26T15:11:38-05:00Statement on International Holocaust Remembrance Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/statement-on-international-holocaust-remembrance-day.html“Fuelled by fear and hatred, the Holocaust was one of the darkest times in human history. Those feelings found expression in antisemitism, racism and many other forms of intolerance and bigotry, and they led directly to the systematic genocide of 6 million Jewish people, as well as of 500,000 Roma and Sinti people. Many LGBTQI+ persons, persons with disabilities and political dissidents were also persecuted and killed by the Nazis and their collaborators in horrific crimes against humanity.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-26T13:00:16-05:00Minister Joly speaks with Israel’s newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/minister-joly-speaks-with-israels-newly-appointed-minister-of-foreign-affairs.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, held her first bilateral discussion with Israel Katz, who was recently appointed as Israel’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-25T09:00:00-05:00Joint statement in response to continued Houthi attacks in the Red Seahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/joint-statement-from-the-governments-of-albania-australia-bahrain-canada-croatia-czechia-denmark-estonia-germany-guinea-bissau-hungary-italy-kenya-.htmlThe governments of Albania, Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Germany, Guinea-Bissau, Hungary, Italy, Kenya, Latvia, Lithuania, Montenegro, the Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Poland, the Republic of Korea, Romania, the United Kingdom and the United States issued the following statement:Global Affairs Canada2024-01-24T12:31:00-05:00Minister Ng advances the rebuilding of Ukraine and promotes Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy on tour of Western Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/minister-ng-advances-the-rebuilding-of-ukraine-and-promotes-canadas-indo-pacific-strategy-on-tour-of-western-canada.htmlDuring these interactions, her focus was on showcasing opportunities for Canada in the Indo-Pacific through Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy (IPS), including through the upcoming Team Canada Trade Missions to Malaysia and Vietnam, and to South Korea. Additionally, she emphasized Canada’s ongoing commitment to its trade relationship with Ukraine...Global Affairs Canada2024-01-19T19:38:52-05:00Minister Ng to take part in events in Edmonton with Business and Ukrainian Communitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/minister-ng-to-take-part-in-events-in-edmonton-with-business-and-ukrainian-communities.htmlThe Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development will be in Edmonton, AB, to meet with Business and Ukrainian communities in a series of events to be held on January 17.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-16T11:00:48-05:00Minister Joly meets with Japan’s Foreign Affairs Ministerhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/minister-joly-meets-with-japans-foreign-affairs-minister.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with KAMIKAWA Yoko, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, during her visit in Montréal, Quebec. Minister Joly extended Canada’s sympathies to Minister Kamikawa following the recent earthquake in Japan and reiterated Canada’s offer of support.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-13T14:15:00-05:00Statement by Minister Joly on South Africa’s case against Israel at the International Court of Justicehttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/statement-by-minister-joly-on-south-africas-case-against-israel-at-the-international-court-of-justice.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs today issued the following statement: “Canada was a founding voice and remains a strong proponent of the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) independence and its critical role in the peaceful settlements of disputes between countries. The ICJ is also a key participant in upholding the international rules-based order.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-12T16:06:27-05:00Statement by Minister Joly and Minister Blair on the United States’ and the United Kingdom’s action in Yemenhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/statement-by-minister-joly-and-minister-blair-on-the-united-states-and-the-united-kingdoms-action-in-yemen.htmlCanadian Armed Forces personnel deployed with US Central Command supported the precisely targeted strikes undertaken yesterday by the armed forces of the United States and United Kingdom, as did Australia, Bahrain and the Netherlands, against Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-12T09:56:46-05:00Minister Joly speaks with China’s Director of the Office of the Central Commission for Foreign Affairs and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Wang Yihttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/minister-joly-speaks-with-chinas-director-of-the-office-of-the-central-commission-for-foreign-affairs-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-wang-yi.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with China’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Wang Yi.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-11T22:36:11-05:00Joint statement by governments of Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Netherlands, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, United Kingdom, and the United Stateshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/joint-statement-by-governments-of-australia-bahrain-canada-denmark-germany-netherlands-new-zealand-republic-of-korea-united-kingdom-and-the-united-.htmlIn response to continued illegal, dangerous, and destabilizing Houthi attacks against vessels, including commercial shipping, transiting the Red Sea, the armed forces of the United States and United Kingdom, with support from the Netherlands, Canada, Bahrain, and Australia, conducted joint strikes in accordance with the inherent right of individual and collective self-defense, consistent with the UN Charter, against a number of targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen. Global Affairs Canada2024-01-11T22:11:08-05:00Statement on 2023 Democratic Republic of Congo presidential electionshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/statement-on-2023-democratic-republic-of-congo-presidential-elections.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement on the results of the presidential election in the Democratic Republic of Congo:Global Affairs Canada2024-01-11T19:16:28-05:00Minister Joly to welcome Japan’s Foreign Affairs Minister to Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/minister-joly-to-welcome-japans-foreign-affairs-minister-to-canada.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will welcome Yoko Kamikawa, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, to Montréal, Québec, from January 12 to 13, 2024.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-10T10:00:06-05:00Joint Statement on DPRK-Russia Ballistic Missile Transfershttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/joint-statement-on-dprk-russia-ballistic-missile-transfers.htmlThe following is a statement from the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of (at time of publication) Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Palau, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Korea, Romania, San Marino, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and the High Representative of the European Union, and the Secretary of State of the United States of America.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-09T20:14:09-05:00Statement following recent parliamentary elections in Bangladeshhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/statement-following-recent-parliamentary-elections-in-bangladesh.html“Canada commends and supports the democratic aspirations of Bangladeshi citizens and condemns the acts of intimidation and violence that took place ahead and during the elections. We extend our sympathy to all of those who have been affected by the violence that has occurred.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-09T17:44:24-05:00Government of Canada honours victims of Flight PS752 and marks 4 years since tragedyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/government-of-canada-honours-victims-of-flight-ps752-and-marks-4-years-since-tragedy.htmlToday marks 4 years since the downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 (Flight PS752), and Canada continues to honour the victims and stand in solidarity with their families and loved ones.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-08T12:30:39-05:00Joint statement from International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752 at the International Civil Aviation Organizationhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/joint-statement-from-international-coordination-and-response-group-for-the-victims-of-flight-ps752-at-the-international-civil-aviation-organization.htmlThe International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752 today issued the following joint statement: “We, ministers representing Canada, Sweden, Ukraine and the United Kingdom, have taken another step on the road to transparency, justice and accountability for Iran’s unlawful downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752, which killed 176 people, including nationals and residents of our countries.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-08T11:56:30-05:00Backgrounder - Convention on International Civil Aviation and its annexeshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/backgrounder---convention-on-international-civil-aviation-and-its-annexes.htmlThe Convention on International Civil Aviation is also known as the Chicago Convention. There are 193 contracting States to the Convention, including Canada, Sweden, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and Iran.Global Affairs Canada2024-01-08T11:56:15-05:00Statement by Minister Ng on U.S. Department of Commerce final determination regarding tin mill steel products from Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-department-of-commerce-final-determination-regarding-tin-mill-steel-products-from-canada.html“Canada is disappointed with this determination. The Canadian steel industry is a reliable partner of U.S. customers and plays a crucial role in the North American supply, manufacturing and delivery systems..."Global Affairs Canada2024-01-05T14:09:32-05:00Joint statement by governments of Australia, Bahrain, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Singapore, the United Kingdom and the United Stateshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/joint-statement-by-governments-of-australia-bahrain-belgium-canada-denmark-germany-italy-japan-netherlands-new-zealand-the-united-kingdom-and-the-u.html“Recognizing the broad consensus as expressed by 44 countries around the world on December 19, 2023, as well as the statement by the UN Security Council on December 1, 2023, condemning Houthi attacks against commercial vessels transiting the Red Sea, and in light of ongoing attacks, including a significant escalation over the past week targeting commercial vessels with missiles, small boats, and attempted hijackings, Global Affairs Canada2024-01-03T14:20:58-05:00Government of Canada marks key milestones to build new federal facility in St. John’shttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2023/12/government-of-canada-marks-key-milestones-to-build-a-new-canada-revenue-agency-facility-in-st-johns.htmlThe Government of Canada is investing in green and modern work facilities to support the efficient delivery of tax services to Canadians, while ensuring the long-term sustainable presence of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in the area of St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.Public Services and Procurement Canada2023-12-22T11:14:20-05:00Minister Hussen announces funding for justice, climate change and economic inclusionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/12/minister-hussen-announces-funding-for-justice-climate-change-and-economic-inclusion.htmlYesterday, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, concluded a 3-day trip across Canada to exchange views with the international development sector and to meet with Canadian community groups, private sector companies and philanthropic organizations. The purpose of the trip was to strengthen partnerships with a diversity of Canadian stakeholders in Vancouver, British Columbia; Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario; and Windsor, Ontario, on the goals and impact of Canada’s international development assistance. Global Affairs Canada2023-12-21T16:00:46-05:00