Statement by Minister MacKay on Consular Implications of Lebanon Security Situation

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June 1, 2007
No. 73

The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of the Atlantic
Canada Opportunities Agency, today issued the following statement on the situation in
Lebanon:
“Canada remains concerned about the continuing violence in Lebanon. Our thoughts
are with all those who may be affected by this conflict.
“We also want to ensure that Canadians are aware of the risks involved in travel to
places, like Lebanon, where there are security concerns.
“This government puts the highest priority on the safety and security of Canadians, both
in Canada and abroad. In the case of Lebanon, the government’s Travel Report has
warned against non-essential travel to that country since September 2006. A warning
against all travel to Tripoli and the immediate area was recently added, as was a
recommendation that all Canadians in that area leave if it was safe to do so.
“Canadian travellers are responsible for their personal safety and should make travel
decisions in light of the latest information available. The government’s Travel Reports
provide up-to-date, reliable advice to help people make informed decisions on personal
safety risks.
“Canadians who choose to travel to Lebanon should inform themselves of the latest
information in the Travel Report.”
For more information, please visit http://www.voyage.gc.ca.
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