Canada News Centre2026-09-10T14:20:13-04:00https://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/2026/09/canada-advances-defence-partnerships-in-poland.html

This week, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, joined the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, at the International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO), held from September 8 to 11, 2026, in Kielce, Poland, to promote Canada’s defence industry, as well as to deepen Canada’s trade relationships with Poland and across Europe. Canada and Poland are strengthening ties in defence, trade, advanced technologies and energy security, and, as North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Allies, are united in supporting collective defence and transatlantic security.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-10T14:20:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/09/canadian-contract-helps-strengthen-global-fertilizer-supply-through-new-potash-agreement-with-bangladesh.html

Today, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, announced the Canadian Commercial Corporation’s (CCC’s) new government-to-government agreement with the Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation (BADC) for the supply of Canadian potash from Canpotex.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-10T13:38:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/09/canada-deploys-victim-identification-experts-to-support-response-to-severe-flooding-along-the-nepal-china-border.html

As the response to the devastating flash floods along the Nepal-China border continues, Canada has deployed two Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) experts to Kathmandu, Nepal, to join other Canadian officials already on the ground.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-10T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/09/parliamentary-secretary-mona-fortier-to-travel-to-dominican-republic.html

The Honourable Mona Fortier, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will visit Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, from September 8, 2026, to September 11, 2026, for a bilateral visit centered around Canada’s engagement on the ongoing security crisis in Haiti.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-08T10:37:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/09/joint-statement-of-the-foreign-ministers-of-canada-denmark-finland-france-iceland-ireland-norway-poland-portugal-spain-sweden-and-the-uk-on-the-two.html

Today, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the UK confirm their intention to introduce national and/or support European restrictions on trade in goods with settlements which are illegal under international law, or that they are actively considering these and other measures, in accordance with their national procedures.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-08T08:45:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/09/canada-condemns-irans-destabilizing-actions-in-the-middle-east.html

Today, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, issued this statement:

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-06T16:56:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/09/minister-leblanc-chairs-meeting-of-advisory-committee-on-canada-us-economic-relations-to-discuss-latest-trade-developments.html

Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs, Internal Trade and One Canadian Economy, along with the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, and the Honourable Janice Charette, Canada’s Chief Trade Negotiator to the United States , and, met with members of the Advisory Committee on Canada-U.S. Economic Relations to discuss the latest developments in the Canada-U.S. trade relationship and their impact on Canada. This meeting serves as a follow-up to the meeting on August 22, 2026, marking the eighth time Members have convened since April.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-04T15:00:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/09/secretary-of-state-sarai-concludes-participation-at-pacific-islands-forum-leaders-meeting.html

The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), concluded an official visit to Koror, Palau from September 2 to 4, where he represented Canada at the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders Meeting. Canada’s participation at the forum reflects a commitment to deepening partnerships with Pacific Island Countries and strengthening collaboration toward shared prosperity. Secretary of State Sarai showcased Canada’s continued commitment to the region while advancing inclusive economic opportunities, collective stability, and security.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-04T14:41:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-officials-to-provide-technical-briefing-on-canadas-response-to-the-severe-flash-flooding-and-mudslides-along-the-nepal-china-b.html

Officials from Global Affairs Canada and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police will offer a technical briefing on Canada's emergency and consular response to the flooding and mudslides along the Nepal-China border.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-03T10:10:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/09/media-update--severe-flash-flooding-along-the-nepal-china-border0.html

Global Affairs Canada can confirm that one Canadian citizen previously reported missing has been located and is safe. Consular officials established contact with the individual yesterday after communications outages prevented earlier communications. We remain in regular contact with the individual and the families of missing Canadians to provide consular support.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-02T22:40:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/09/minister-anand-meets-with-irelands-minister-for-foreign-affairs-and-trade-and-minister-for-defence.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, yesterday met with Helen McEntee, Ireland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade and Minister for Defence, during the informal meeting of European Union foreign affairs ministers (Gymnich) in Wicklow, Ireland.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-02T15:07:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/09/minister-anand-meets-with-eu-high-representative-for-foreign-affairs-and-security-policy-and-vice-president-of-the-european-commission.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, yesterday met with Kaja Kallas, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission, during the informal meeting of EU foreign affairs ministers, also known as Gymnich, in Wicklow, Ireland.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-02T14:25:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/09/india-canada-foreign-office-consultations.html

On 2 September 2026, officials of the Ministry of External Affairs of India and Global Affairs Canada held the annual Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) at Hyderabad House, New Delhi. The Indian delegation was led by Secretary (East), Shri Rudrendra Tandon, while the Canadian delegation was led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Arun Thangaraj.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-02T11:54:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/09/media-update--severe-flash-flooding-along-the-nepal-china-border.html

Canada’s thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims. Global Affairs Canada officials remain in regular contact with the families of the missing Canadians and continue to provide consular support. A dedicated consular official is serving as the primary point of contact for each affected family, providing direct updates as information becomes available, coordinating communications with government officials, and helping ensure families receive timely and consistent information.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-01T19:57:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointment.html

Amanda Strohan will become Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Kingdom of Thailand. Ms. Strohan will replace Ping Kitnikone.

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-01T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/biographical-note---amanda-strohan.html

Amanda Strohan (BAdmin, University of Regina, 2001) joined the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade in 2001. Overseas, she served as second secretary and vice-consul in Moscow (2002 to 2004), counsellor and consul general in Beirut (2004 to 2008), counsellor and consul in Rabat (2008 to 2011), counsellor and consul in Brussels (2013 to 2018) and minister-counsellor (2018 to 2021) and deputy high commissioner in New Delhi with concurrent accreditation to Nepal and Bhutan (2021 to 2023).

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-01T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/media-update--severe-flash-flooding-along-the-nepal-china-border.html

Canada’s thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims. Officials have met directly with family members, listened to their concerns and suggestions, and understand the profound uncertainty and distress they are facing.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-31T18:08:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/minister-anand-to-travel-to-ireland-for-meeting-of-european-union-foreign-affairs-ministers-gymnich.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to Dublin, Ireland, to participate in the informal meeting of European Union foreign affairs ministers (Gymnich) in Wicklow, Ireland, from September 1 to 2, 2026. This will be the first time a Canadian minister of foreign affairs has participated in a Gymnich meeting.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-31T09:45:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/canada-provides-funding-for-humanitarian-response-to-devastation-caused-by-severe-flash-floods-and-landslides-along-nepal-china-border.html

Canada stands in solidarity with all those affected by the catastrophic flash floods and landslides along the Nepal-China border that have caused a tragic loss of life and widespread damage to homes, communities and infrastructure...

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-28T15:21:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/minister-anand-and-secretary-of-state-sarai-to-provide-an-important-update-on-canadas-response-to-the-devastating-flash-flooding-and-mudslides-alon.html

August 28, 2026 - The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs and The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development) will hold a virtual news conference to provide an update on Canada's response to the flooding and mudslides along the Nepal-China border.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-28T10:37:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/media-update--severe-flash-flooding-and-mudslides-along-the-nepal-china-border0.html

Canada’s thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims, as well as with all those affected by the floods in Nepal and China. Global Affairs Canada (GAC) continues to monitor the situation in the region and takes the safety and security of Canadians and our own personnel abroad very seriously.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-27T17:48:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/media-update--severe-flash-flooding-and-mudslides-along-the-nepal-china-border.html

Canada’s thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims, as well as with all those affected by the floods in Nepal.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-26T17:41:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/canada-provides-humanitarian-assistance-in-response-to-earthquake-in-colombia.html

Canada stands in solidarity with the people of Colombia following the August 10 earthquake, which has resulted in tragic loss of life and extensive damage to homes, infrastructure and communities. With hundreds of thousands of people affected, humanitarian efforts must be scaled up to ensure that life-saving assistance reaches those who need it the most.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-26T09:21:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/media-accreditation-for-the-international-conference-on-returning-ukrainian-children-detained-civilians-and-prisoners-of-war.html

Media Accreditation for the International Conference on Returning Ukrainian Children, Detained Civilians, and Prisoners of War

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-24T14:58:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/joint-statement-on-ukraines-independence-day.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), today issued the following statement

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-24T11:38:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/project-announcements-made-by-secretary-of-state-sarai-during-visit-to-lebanon-and-jordan.html

The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), announced funding of almost $80 million for 9 projects to strengthen gender equality, human rights, humanitarian assistance, social infrastructure, food security and economic growth and to reduce gender-based violence across Lebanon and Jordan.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-24T11:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/secretary-of-state-sarai-concludes-visit-to-lebanon-and-jordan-and-announces-funding-for-international-assistance.html

The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), concluded his visit to Lebanon and Jordan to strengthen humanitarian response efforts, support refugees, expand inclusive economic opportunities and build resilient communities.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-24T11:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/diplomats-for-equality-2026-joint-statement.html

We, Canada and the undersigned diplomatic missions, join together once again as Diplomats for Equality to express our solidarity and support for Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and all other sex- and gender-diverse persons in Canada and around the world.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-24T10:01:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/joint-statement-israel-closing-the-investigation-into-strikes-on-world-central-kitchen-convoy.html

On April 1, 2024, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) fired on a World Central Kitchen convoy as it was delivering food to civilians in Gaza. Drone strikes killed seven humanitarian workers, including from the United Kingdom, Australia and a dual Canada-U.S. national.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-21T09:32:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/minister-anand-meets-with-united-states-secretary-of-state-marco-rubio.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Marco Rubio, Secretary of State of the United States of America, in Washington, D.C., to advance shared security priorities and reinforce the importance of the bilateral relationship at a time of significant geopolitical conflicts.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-21T09:09:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointments1.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments:

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-20T09:00:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments1.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments:

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-20T09:00:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/minister-anand-to-travel-to-washington-dc-to-advance-canadian-priorities.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel to Washington, D.C., on August 20, 2026, to meet with her U.S. counterpart, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, to discuss continental security and other global priorities.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-20T08:59:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/statement-on-world-humanitarian-day.html

The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), today issued the following statement:

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-19T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/canada-marks-five-years-since-afghanistan-fell-to-the-taliban.html

“Today marks five years since Afghanistan fell to the Taliban. Canada strongly condemns the extreme repression, widespread human rights violations and abuses as well as continued erosion of fundamental freedoms perpetrated by the Taliban against the Afghan people..."

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-15T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/minister-anand-announces-additional-sanctions-against-iranian-individuals-obstructing-navigation-rights-in-and-around-the-strait-of-hormuz.html

La ministre des Affaires étrangères, l’honorable Anita Anand, a annoncé aujourd’hui que le Canada imposait des sanctions supplémentaires à l’encontre de cinq personnes en vertu du Règlement sur les mesures économiques spéciales visant l’Iran, en raison de leur participation à des activités militaires, juridiques et de communication qui portent atteinte à la paix, à la sécurité et à la stabilité internationales.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-14T12:29:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/backgrounder-canada-imposes-sanctions-on-individuals-whose-activities-contribute-to-irans-efforts-to-obstruct-navigation-rights-in-and-around-the-s.html

Despite decades of concerted efforts by the international community, the Islamic Republic of Iran (Iran) continues to undermine international peace and security through its destabilizing activities across the Middle East region and elsewhere. These include armed attacks on neighbouring states and malign actions to disrupt navigation in and around the Strait of Hormuz.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-14T12:29:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/minister-sidhu-to-make-announcement-related-to-canadaturkiye-air-transport-agreement.html

August 14, 2026 - The Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, will make an announcement on the Canada–Türkiye Air Transport Agreement.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-14T10:22:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments0.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments:

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-13T08:59:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointments0.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments:

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-13T08:59:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/joint-statement-on-executions-in-iran.html

Canada, Albania, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, the High Representative of the European Union, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Montenegro, the Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom condemn in the strongest terms the ongoing executions of protesters and use of the death penalty by the Islamic Republic of Iran. The use of capital punishment to silence dissent, intimidate communities, and punish individuals exercising their human rights can never be justified. The people of Iran must be free to exercise their rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly without fear.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-12T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/minister-anand-announces-sanctions-against-defence-manufacturing-company.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing sanctions on Streit Group under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-10T10:03:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/minister-anand-concludes-trip-to-benin-and-cote-divoire-to-strengthen-canadas-partnerships-in-west-africa.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today concluded a successful trip to Cotonou, Benin, and Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, which took place from August 4 to 6, 2026. This visit underscored Canada’s commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation, promoting inclusive economic growth and advancing shared priorities in West Africa as part of Canada’s Africa Strategy.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-07T14:25:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/backgrounder-project-announcements-made-by-minister-anand-during-travels-to-benin-and-cote-divoire.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced more than $85 million in funding and financing for projects in Benin, Côte d’Ivoire and the region. These initiatives will support women’s economic empowerment, economic growth, education and security.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-07T14:25:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/minister-anand-meets-with-minister-of-state-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-of-cote-divoire.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Nialé Kaba, Minister of State and Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Integration and Diaspora of Côte d’Ivoire, in Abidjan yesterday to discuss shared priorities related to bilateral diplomatic cooperation, economic cooperation, multilateral engagement, and sustainable development.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-07T12:29:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/minister-anand-meets-with-vice-president-of-cote-divoire.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met yesterday with Tiémoko Meyliet Koné, Vice President of Côte d’Ivoire, in Abidjan, to discuss shared priorities related to bilateral trade, economic partnership, sustainable development and regional peace and stability in West Africa.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-07T12:28:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/joint-statement-by-canada-and-cote-divoire-a-growing-partnership.html

As part of her first visit to Côte d’Ivoire, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada, was received in audience by Her Excellency Ms. Nialé Kaba, Minister of State and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Côte d’Ivoire, on August 6, 2026.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-06T18:53:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointments.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-06T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-06T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/minister-anand-meets-with-minister-of-foreign-affairs-of-benin-corinne-amori-brunet.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Corinne Amori Brunet, Benin’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, in Cotonou today to discuss shared priorities related to bilateral cooperation, economic growth, democratic governance and regional security in West Africa.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-05T21:17:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/joint-statement-from-benin-and-canada-a-new-stage-in-a-strategic-partnership.html

On the occasion of the first official visit to Benin by a Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Anita Anand and Benin’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Her Excellency Corinne Amori Brunet, pledged to give new impetus to relations between their two countries by strengthening their political dialogue, economic cooperation and shared commitment to peace, security and sustainable development.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-05T13:30:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/minister-anand-to-travel-to-benin-and-cote-divoire-to-strengthen-canadas-partnerships-in-west-africa.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will visit Benin and Côte d’Ivoire from August 4 to 6, 2026, to deepen Canada’s diplomatic, economic and development engagement in West Africa.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-04T09:00:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/alert-to-countries-companies-and-other-entities-regarding-north-korean-it-workers.html

Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade; France’s Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs; the German Federal Foreign Office; Global Affairs Canada; Italy’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation; Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry; Japan’s Ministry of Finance; Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Japan’s National Cybersecurity Office; Japan’s National Police Agency; the Korean National Police Agency; the Netherlands’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs; New Zealand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade; the Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs; the Royal Canadian Mounted Police; the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office; the United Kingdom’s Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation; the United States Department of State; and the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation today issued the following statement.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-31T08:09:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointment0.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-27T09:00:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/biographical-note--diplomatic-appointment.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-27T09:00:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/parliamentary-secretary-oliphant-represents-canada-at-perus-presidential-inauguration.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel to Lima, Peru, from July 27 to 28, 2026, to represent the Government of Canada at the inauguration of president-elect Keiko Fujimori and unlock new opportunities with one of Canada’s most important partners in South America.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-27T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-anand-meets-with-his-highness-prince-rahim-aga-khan-v.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V in Vancouver today to discuss shared priorities related to international development, economic partnerships, affordable housing and regional security.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-25T17:43:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/canada-and-united-arab-emirates-conclude-comprehensive-economic-partnership-agreement-negotiations.html

Today, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, and His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), were in Toronto, Ontario, to welcome the successful conclusion of negotiations toward the Canada-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-24T16:32:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-anand-advances-canadas-relations-with-asean-members.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded a successful visit to Manila, Philippines, to deepen Canada’s strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-23T14:47:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-anand-meets-with-philippines-foreign-affairs-secretary-theresa-lazaro.html

Today, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Her Excellency Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro, the Philippines Secretary of Foreign Affairs, at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Post Ministerial Conference in Manila, Philippines.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-23T13:37:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointment.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment:

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-23T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments3.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment:

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-23T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-anand-advances-canadas-bilateral-relations-with-pakistan.html

Minister Anand met with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Minister of Interior Mohsin Naqvi to discuss shared priorities.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-20T17:07:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/canada-pakistan-joint-statement-strengthening-bilateral-and-trade-relations.html

Today, Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar issued this joint statement:

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-20T13:29:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-anand-to-travel-to-pakistan-and-the-philippines-to-strengthen-indo-pacific-partnerships.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will visit Pakistan and the Philippines this week to deepen Canada’s strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-19T09:08:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments2.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-17T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointments2.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-17T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-anand-meets-with-mexicos-secretary-of-foreign-affairs-roberto-velasco-announces-projects-advancing-canada-mexico-action-plan.html

Minister Anand meets with Mexico’s Secretary of Foreign Affairs Roberto Velasco, announces projects advancing Canada-Mexico Action Plan

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-17T11:41:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/backgrounder-minister-anand-meets-with-mexicos-secretary-of-foreign-affairs-roberto-velasco-announces-projects-advancing-canada-mexico-action-plan.html

TURQUESA II will strengthen operational cooperation among authorities in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala and Honduras to combat human trafficking and migrant smuggling through enhanced intelligence sharing, joint investigations and regional coordination. Canada’s support will help disrupt transnational criminal networks, identify and protect victims and strengthen regional security cooperation.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-17T11:40:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/canada-matches-7-million-in-donations-for-humanitarian-response-in-venezuela.html

Canadians have shown time and again how generous they can be in times of crisis. As significant humanitarian needs persist in Venezuela following the devastating June 24 earthquakes, Canadians are once again stepping up to support those affected.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-17T09:54:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-anand-and-secretary-roberto-velasco-alvarez-to-hold-joint-press-conference.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Roberto Velasco Álvarez, Mexico’s Secretary of Foreign Affairs, will take part in a joint press conference following their bilateral meeting.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-16T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/canada-signs-united-nations-convention-against-cybercrime.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, today announced that Canada has signed the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime; Strengthening International Cooperation for Combating Certain Crimes Committed by Means of Information and Communications Technology Systems and for the Sharing of Evidence in Electronic Form of Serious Crimes.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-16T10:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-anand-to-welcome-mexicos-secretary-of-foreign-affairs-roberto-velasco.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will welcome Roberto Velasco Álvarez, Mexico’s Secretary of Foreign Affairs, to Canada on July 17, 2026.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-16T10:00:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/canada-brazil-joint-statement.html

The fifth iteration of the Brazil-Canada Strategic Partnership Dialogue was held today in São Paulo, Brazil. The meeting was co-chaired by the respective Foreign Ministers.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-14T17:36:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-anand-concludes-trip-to-brazil-announces-investments-and-renewed-commitments-for-cooperation.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today concluded her trip to Brazil, where she announced investments in infrastructure and reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to continued bilateral cooperation.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-14T17:24:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/backgrounder-minister-anand-announces-investments-and-renewed-commitments-for-cooperation.html

FinDev Canada is providing a US$50-million financing package with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) to Equatorial Maranhão Distribuidora de Energia S.A., an electricity distribution company serving nearly three million customers in Maranhão, Brazil.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-14T17:23:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-el-obeid-sudan.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union urge the Rapid Support Forces and allied armed groups to immediately cease any action likely to lead to further atrocities or endanger civilians in El-Obeid, including drone strikes and impediments to humanitarian access. Following the atrocities committed during the Rapid Support Forces’ siege and attack on El Fasher, we remain gravely concerned about alleged severe violations of international humanitarian law and international human rights law across Kordofan and Darfur regions, as well as Blue Nile in Sudan.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-14T11:16:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointments1.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-14T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments1.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-14T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-anand-to-travel-to-brazil.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that she will travel to São Paulo, Brazil, on July 14, 2026.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-12T14:46:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/joint-statement-on-the-10th-anniversary-of-the-philippines-china-south-china-sea-arbitral-tribunal-award.html

The text of the following statement was released by the governments of Australia, Canada, Estonia, Germany, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, New Zealand, the Republic of the Philippines, Romania, Slovenia, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, on the occasion of the tenth anniversary of the Philippines-China South China Sea Arbitral Tribunal Award.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-11T19:32:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/statement-on-srebrenica-genocide-remembrance-day.html

Global Affairs Canada issued the following statement: “Today, Canada reflects on and remembers the Srebrenica genocide. In 1995, more than 8,000 Bosniak people were killed and more than 20,000 were forcibly expelled from their homes by Bosnian Serb forces in Srebrenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-11T09:00:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/secretary-of-state-sarai-concludes-visit-to-guatemala-and-announces-support-for-regional-development-projects.html

As Canada and Guatemala celebrate 65 years of bilateral relations, and 50 years of development cooperation, the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development) visited Guatemala to build on this strong partnership and explore broadening opportunities for collaboration across Central America.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-10T16:18:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/backgrounder---project-announcements-made-by-secretary-of-state-sarai-during-visit-to-guatemala.html

The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), announced over $47 million in funding for five projects, to support economic growth, climate resilience, food security, and human rights projects in Guatemala and across Latin America and the Caribbean.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-10T16:17:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointments0.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments:

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-09T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments0.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-09T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/call-of-martinique-countering-narcotrafficking-and-illicit-trafficking-in-the-caribbean-and-across-the-americas.html

The list of countries that have endorsed the declaration as of July 3 is as follows: Bahamas, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Costa Rica, Dominica, Dominican Republic, France, Germany, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Netherlands, Panama, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Spain, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom, CARICOM IMPACS, UNODC.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-07T14:47:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-anand-meets-with-romanias-foreign-minister-oana-silvia-toiu.html

Today, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Romania’s Foreign Minister Oana-Silvia Țoiu during Minister Anand’s visit to Bucharest, Romania.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-06T12:33:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-anand-to-travel-to-romania-turkiye-and-kingdom-of-saudi-arabia.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to Bucharest, Romania, Ankara, Türkiye, and Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from July 6 to 10, 2026.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-05T09:22:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointments.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments:

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-03T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-03T08:59:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-anand-welcomed-philippines-secretary-of-foreign-affairs-theresa-lazaro-to-canada.html

Today, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, welcomed Theresa Lazaro, the Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines, to Canada to deepen the economic and security partnership between the two countries.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-02T22:18:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-sidhu-meets-with-philippines-secretary-of-trade-and-industry.html

The Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, welcomed Maria Cristina Aldeguer-Roque, Secretary of Trade and Industry of the Philippines, to Canada to deepen the strong bilateral and economic partnership with the Philippines.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-02T18:33:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-celebrates-eurovision-announcement.html

The Government of Canada is pleased that CBC/Radio-Canada has decided to take part in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest

Canadian Heritage2026-07-01T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/06/biographical-note---joanne-minns.html

Joanne Minns (BA Hons [Psychology], University of Ottawa, 1994; MA [Psychology], Carleton University, 2001) joined the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade in 2008, after having worked at the Privy Council Office. At Headquarters, she has served as deputy director of North America Policy and Relations, coordinating trilateral engagement, including the North American Leaders’ Summit; as departmental lead on special immigration measures for Afghans; and as director of strategy and coordination in the Peace and Stabilization Operations Bureau. Abroad, she has been political counsellor in Kenya, with accreditations to Burundi, Rwanda, Somalia and Uganda, as well as in Pakistan. Most recently, she served as ambassador to South Sudan, from 2024 to 2026.

Global Affairs Canada2026-06-30T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/06/canada-launches-matching-fund-to-support-humanitarian-response-in-venezuela.html

As the full scale of the devastation caused by the earthquakes in Venezuela becomes clearer, humanitarian needs continue to grow and Canadians are stepping up to support those in need.

Global Affairs Canada2026-06-30T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/06/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointment0.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment:

Global Affairs Canada2026-06-30T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/06/secretary-of-state-sarai-highlights-launch-of-national-food-security-strategy.html

The Government of Canada is focused on building a stronger economy and making life more affordable for Canadians. Today, the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, highlighted the launch of the National Food Security Strategy.

Global Affairs Canada2026-06-29T12:45:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/06/secretary-of-state-sarai-to-highlight-important-efforts-in-support-of-food-security.html

The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will highlight the launch of the National Food Security Strategy, which will strengthen food systems in Surrey, British Columbia.

Global Affairs Canada2026-06-28T12:33:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/06/minister-anand-meets-with-turkish-counterpart.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded a productive meeting today in Ottawa with Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye.

Global Affairs Canada2026-06-26T16:31:35-04:00