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The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada has signed the Council of Europe Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law.
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The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the launch of Canada’s first Minister of Foreign Affairs’ Standing Table on Human Rights.
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In the last few years, healthcare systems around the world, especially those in low- and middle-income countries, have faced unprecedented strains. Climate change and geopolitical crises have exacerbated these pressures. As a result, many women and children still lack access to essential health services, as well as clean water, adequate sanitation, hygiene, and good nutrition.
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Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures Act against two individuals associated with the ongoing conflict in Sudan.
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One in three people globally are malnourished, the vast majority in low- and middle-income countries. Women and girls, who tend to eat least and eat last, are particularly affected, being twice as likely to suffer from malnutrition. This crisis is causing illnesses, preventable deaths and lost economic potential. By some estimates, poor health and lost potential costs the worldwide economy over a trillion dollars each year.
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Climate change is one of today’s greatest challenges. Developing countries are often the hardest hit by climate change, and many have limited capacity to adapt to its impacts. As part of its efforts to achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, Canada is committed to doing its part to strengthen climate action and economies in vulnerable regions of the world so that we can all benefit from a healthy environment that is rich in biodiversity.
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The Government of Canada has a long history of partnering with local Canadian organizations to deliver impactful global development projects around the world.
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The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today announced the successful conclusion of free trade agreement negotiations between Canada and Ecuador.
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On the 35th anniversary of International Development Week, Canada continues to proudly support education for youths around the world to build a brighter future for all. Access to quality education improves financial and social opportunities and has a direct impact on the realization of all human rights.
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The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Rob Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will visit Paris, France from February 3 and 4, 2025, and Beirut, Lebanon from February 5 to 6, 2025.
