The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today attended the annual convention of the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) to talk trade, investment, and sustainability.
Canada champions the advocacy and protection of human rights for everyone because focusing on the inclusion of diverse populations creates a more equitable and fair society for us all.
The relationship between the Caribbean region and Canada is deep and multifaceted. It increases employment opportunities, advances economic growth, and strengthens global stability and security. It aims to reduce global climate change effects, protect ecosystems, empower communities and promote gender equality, benefiting both the Caribbean and Canada.
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to London, United Kingdom (U.K.), for a bilateral visit from February 24 to 25, 2025.
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Omar Alghabra, Canada’s Special Envoy for Syria, will visit Egypt, Jordan and Lebanon from February 22 to 27, 2025, to consult with a range of stakeholders, including government officials, subject matter experts, regional actors and international partners, on promoting inclusive governance and the protection of human rights in Syria.
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, concluded her visit to Singapore and Brunei after participating in the third annual Canada-in-Asia Conference (CIAC), which was held from February 19 to 21, 2025, and organized by the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada and Universities Canada.
Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, concluded a visit to Barbados, where he represented Canada at the 48th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and reinforced Canada’s strategic partnerships with the region.
Minister Joly will meet with her counterparts to discuss pressing geopolitical issues, including Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East and the crisis in Haiti. She will also address peace and security issues in Africa, particularly in Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
As Canada holds the G7 presidency this year, it is honoured to welcome foreign ministers to address pressing global challenges together and strengthen international cooperation.