Minister of Foreign Affairs to attend G7 Leaders’ Summit 

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May 25, 2017 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada

The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced she will join the Prime Minister in Taormina, Italy, on May 26 and 27, 2017, for the 43rd G7 Leaders’ Summit.

The Minister will support the Prime Minister in advancing Canada’s progressive international agenda and expanding opportunities for Canadians. Leaders will also discuss pressing global issues, including international peace and security, climate change and migration.

In 2018, Canada will hold the G7 presidency, providing an opportunity to showcase the country’s contributions, including support for a strong middle class and gender equality, as well as respect for diversity and inclusion.

Quotes

“The G7 Leaders’ Summit offers Canada a distinct opportunity to advance its international agenda with key partners and expand opportunities for our middle class. As Canada prepares to take over the G7 presidency, we will continue to ensure Canadian diplomacy and leadership shape important global issues.

- Hon. Chrystia Freeland, P.C., M.P., Minister of Foreign Affairs

Quick Facts

  • The leaders of the G7, united by common values of respect for freedom and democracy, human rights and the rule of law, come together each year to discuss issues of domestic and global concern. The G7 comprises Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States. Representatives of the European Union also attend meetings.

  • The G7 dates back to the mid-1970s, and the G7 presidency, which rotates annually among member countries, sets the agenda for the year in consultation with G7 partners. Italy holds the presidency in 2017.

  • G7 ministerial-level meetings are also held each year to build on the leaders’ agenda. Italy has convened a total of 12 such meetings in 2017. The Minister of Foreign Affairs met with her G7 counterparts in Lucca, Italy, on April 10 and 11, 2017.

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