Canada announces $44 million to strengthen democratic development in Burma (Myanmar)
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April 7, 2016 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
The Honourable Stéphane Dion, Minister of Foreign Affairs, along with the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of International Development and La Francophonie, today announced new programming to help build inclusive democratic governance in Burma and improve opportunities for the country’s most vulnerable people.
The announcement, totalling $44 million, occurred during Minister Dion’s three-day visit to Burma.
Canada is supporting reform initiatives in Burma that will help to create a stable and inclusive democratic system, as well as strengthen accountability and transparency through better government management and data analysis. Support is also being provided to improve the incomes and well-being of women small business owners by increasing access to credit, new technologies and market expertise.
Quotes
“As the first democratic government in over fifty years assumes power in Burma, Canada commends the Burmese for courageously moving forward with reforms to build an inclusive democratic system of governance. With the support announced today, Canada will help Burma establish the foundation for a more peaceful and prosperous future.”
- Stéphane Dion, Minister of Foreign Affairs
“The projects announced today will help to promote greater participation of the most vulnerable communities in Burma. They will help to strengthen the country’s democratic institutions and enable women to develop profitable businesses that they own and control.”
- Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of International Development and La Francophonie
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