| Global Affairs Canada | speeches
I would like to acknowledge the presence of my dear colleagues Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, and Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Rob Oliphant, my Parliamentary Secretary, MP Brendan Hanley and MP Michael McLeod.
| Global Affairs Canada | news releases
Canada continues to strengthen its partnership with Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries by focusing on tackling the region’s key development challenges through education, technical and vocational training.
| Global Affairs Canada | statements
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding new measures to combat forced labour announced in the 2024 Fall Economic Statement:
| Global Affairs Canada | statements
The Freedom Online Coalition issued the following statement: “The Freedom Online Coalition (FOC) is a group of 42 countries deeply committed to respecting, promoting, and protecting human rights for all—both online and offline. We strongly support inclusive and open multistakeholder approaches to the governance of digital technologies.
| Global Affairs Canada | backgrounders
Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against Venezuelan officials by listing five individuals who are current or former senior officials of the Venezuelan government and who have engaged in activities that have directly or indirectly undermined democracy in Venezuela.
| Global Affairs Canada | news releases
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions against Venezuelan officials under the Special Economic Measures (Venezuela) Regulations.
| Global Affairs Canada | statements
“Direct DPRK support for Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine marks a dangerous expansion of the conflict, with serious consequences for European and Indo-Pacific security.
| Global Affairs Canada | news releases
As the world marks Human Rights Day this week, Canada reiterates the importance of the protection and promotion of human rights defenders and their critical work. Canada is also committed to defending media freedom and its vital role as a pillar of society.
| Global Affairs Canada | backgrounders
On December 6, 2024, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced the launch of Canada’s Arctic Foreign Policy (AFP).
| Global Affairs Canada | backgrounders
Effective December 10, 2024, Canada is imposing sanctions against 8 Chinese officials for human rights violations.
