Minister Hussen to make an announcement in support of small-scale financial institutions in developing countries
Media advisory
October 15, 2024 – The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development—accompanied by President and CEO, Desjardins International Development (DID), Gerardo Almaguer, will make an important announcement related to improving the availability of financial products and services for micro, small and medium entrepreneurs in developing countries.
The announcement will be followed by a media availability.
Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Time: 10:30 am EDT
Location: Montreal, Quebec
Notes:
Media representatives who wish to attend the event must arrive before 10:15 am EDT.
Media are asked to confirm their attendance by contacting media@international.gc.ca. The exact address will be shared following confirmation.
Contacts
Olivia Batten
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of International Development
Olivia.Batten@international.gc.ca
Global Affairs Canada
media@international.gc.ca
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