Minister Joly to travel to Washington, D.C.
News release
January 16, 2025 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced she will travel to Washington, D.C., for a bilateral visit from January 15 to 17, 2025.
During her visit, Minister Joly will meet with government leaders, including members of Congress, to discuss ways to bolster the strong partnership between Canada and the United States, including on issues of border security, trade and investment.
Minister Joly will seek to reiterate that U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods will harm the economy of both countries, discourage investment and negatively impact workers and businesses on both sides of the border. She will also emphasize Canada’s overall importance as a key economic partner and ally to the United States, committed to creating economic growth for citizens of both countries.
Quotes
“The partnership between Canada and the United States has always been defined by cooperation and respect. During my trip to Washington, I look forward to meeting with leaders in the United States government and will emphasize the importance of continuing this cooperation for both of our countries’ economies. Canada and the United States are stronger when we work together as partners and neighbours.”
- Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs
Quick facts
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Canada and the United States are key allies and collaborate closely to address international crises and defend shared values abroad. They work together as members of numerous multilateral organizations, including the G7, NATO, the Arctic Council and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.
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Canada and the United States share a land border that is close to 9,000 kilometres long—the longest international border in the world. Most Canadians live within 100 kilometres of the border.
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Both countries work hand in hand to ensure the shared border is safe and protected. Officials in Canada and the United States cooperate closely to manage the secure and efficient flow of goods and people across the border, which is vital to both countries’ economic competitiveness and prosperity.
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In 2023, trade between Canada and the United States was valued at more than $1.3 trillion, and over $3.5 billion worth of goods and services crossed the Canada-United States border daily.
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