Canada and Algeria in Discussions to Introduce Air Service Between Both Countries

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November 23, 2005
No. 231
Transport Minister Jean-C. Lapierre, along with International Trade Minister Jim
Peterson and Minister of Foreign Affairs Pierre Pettigrew, today announced that the
Government of Canada is prepared to discuss with Algeria the possibility of direct air
service between Algeria and Canada.
“Direct air services between Canada and Algeria would benefit both Canadian and
Algerian travellers,” said Mr. Lapierre. “They would facilitate more convenient travel and
provide more travel options while meeting our safety and security requirements.”
“Algeria is Canada’s largest trading partner in Africa and the Middle East-North African
region,” said Minister Peterson. “A direct air link would help strengthen Canada’s
commercial ties with Algeria and the Maghreb region.”
“Canada has an excellent, long-standing relationship with Algeria. I am particularly
pleased to announce this decision, on the 40th anniversary of the establishment of our
diplomatic relations with Algeria,” said Minister Pettigrew. “Direct flights would foster
relations between Canada and Algeria and would increase dialogue on larger issues in
the region.”
Canadian officials will be working with Algerian officials to find a framework that would
permit direct air services between both countries. Canada will ensure that any air
service meets Canadian and international safety, security, customs and immigration
requirements.
With two-way trade valued at $3.4 billion annually, Algeria is Canada’s largest
economic partner in Africa and the Middle East.
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For further information, media representatives may contact:
Jacqueline LaRocque
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of International Trade
(613) 992-7332
James Christoff
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs
(613) 995-1851
Irène Marcheterre
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of Transport
(613) 991-0700
Media Relations Office
Foreign Affairs Canada and International Trade Canada
(613) 995-1874
http://www.international.gc.ca

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