Ministers Joly and Hussen attend Cairo Peace Summit
News release
October 21, 2023 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced that they will be in Cairo, Egypt, from October 21 to 22, 2023, to take part in the Cairo Peace Summit. They will meet counterparts and foreign officials at the summit. They will reiterate Canada’s unequivocal condemnation of the terror attack by Hamas on Israel and also exchange views with the international community on the risks that an escalation of violence poses for regional security.
The ministers will underscore Canada’s grave concerns with the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Gaza and the importance of ensuring that assistance can reach Palestinian civilians. They will also highlight Canada’s leadership with the initial allocation of $10 million in funding for humanitarian assistance to address urgent needs stemming from the crisis in Israel, the West Bank and Gaza.
Minister Joly will also meet with staff at the Canadian embassy in Cairo to discuss their efforts to support Canadians in the region, including their work to help Canadians leave the Gaza Strip.
Ministers Joly and Hussen will also reiterate Canada’s call for all civilians to be protected in accordance with international humanitarian law.
Quotes
“I look forward to working with partners to address the increasingly dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza while at the Cairo Peace Summit. Canada unequivocally condemns the terrorist attack against Israel by Hamas and will continue to call on all parties to protect civilians and respect international humanitarian law.”
- Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs
“Canada is deeply concerned by the humanitarian consequences of this crisis. This summit is an opportunity for us to come together and see how we can make sure those who need life-saving assistance can receive it.”
- Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development
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