Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu to travel to Guatemala and Honduras

From: Global Affairs Canada

News release

July 11, 2022 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel to Guatemala and Honduras from July 11 to 16, 2022.

During his visit, Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu will engage with human rights defenders, civil society representatives, business leaders and government officials, including the foreign ministers of Guatemala and Honduras, to discuss regional priorities. He will discuss topics such as democracy, good governance, gender equality, human rights, including in relation to Indigenous peoples. During his meetings with counterparts, he will also address sustainable and inclusive economic growth, irregular migration and forced displacement, as well as climate resilience. He will also engage with recipients and beneficiaries of projects funded by Canada through its international assistance envelope.

Quotes

“Guatemala and Honduras are important friends and partners of Canada. I look forward to deepening our engagements on shared priorities, including human rights, migration and inclusive economic growth.’’

- Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs

Quick facts

  • Canada and Guatemala established diplomatic relations in 1961. The 2 countries work closely on shared priorities, including strengthening climate change resilience, economic opportunities, democracy and governance, security and defence cooperation and addressing irregular migration.

  • Diplomatic relations between Canada and Honduras were also established in 1961. The 2 countries have positive relations, enabling them to work together in areas such as democracy, migration, human rights (including sexual and reproductive health and rights), gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.

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