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  • PM Call with Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz, of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
    Yesterday, the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, spoke with the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz, of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
    The Briefing Room
    Ottawa, Ontario - April 24, 2018
  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with President of France Emmanuel Macron
    The President of France, Emmanuel Macron, called Prime Minister Justin Trudeau yesterday evening to express condolences for yesterday's tragic attack in Toronto which resulted in multiple loss of life and injuries. The President reaffirmed the solidarity between France and the people of Canada and offered any assistance that France could provide.
    The Briefing Room
    Ottawa, Canada - April 24, 2018
  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with the President of Kenya, Uhuru Kenyatta
    Today Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with the President of Kenya, Uhuru Kenyatta, on the margins of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in London, United Kingdom.Prime Minister Trudeau and President Kenyatta discussed the importance of generating economic growth that benefits everyone, and the potential for deepening commercial ties between Canada and Kenya.  Prime Minister Trudeau acknowledged the important contribution of Kenya to peace and security in Africa.   
    The Briefing Room
    London, United Kingdom - April 19, 2018
  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sits facing Paul Kagame, President of Rwanda and Chair of the African Union, alongside flags representing Canada, the African Union, and Rwanda
    Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with the President of Rwanda, Paul Kagame
    Today Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with the President of Rwanda and Chair of the African Union, Paul Kagame, on the margins of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in London, United Kingdom.The Prime Minister and President exchanged views on their shared priorities with respect to growth that benefits everyone, the environment, good governance, peacekeeping, freedom of expression and women’s empowerment.
    The Briefing Room
    London, United Kingdom - April 18, 2018
  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with Secretary-General of the OECD, José Ángel Gurria
    Yesterday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with José Ángel Gurria, Secretary-General of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).They discussed how Canada's G7 Presidency can advance economic growth that benefits everyone. In particular, the Prime Minister welcomed the valuable contribution made by the OECD at the G7 Employment and Innovation Ministerial Meeting held in Montréal.
    The Briefing Room
    Paris, France - April 17, 2018
  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with Édouard Philippe, Prime Minister of France
    Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with Édouard Philippe, Prime Minister of the French Republic. The two prime ministers discussed a wide range of common priorities, including progressive trade, cultural cooperation, emerging technologies, and artificial intelligence.
    The Briefing Room
    Paris, France - April 17, 2018
  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with Gérald Larcher, Speaker of the Senate of France
    Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with Gérard Larcher, Speaker of the Senate of the French Republic, who was accompanied by other senior senators.The Prime Minister and the Speaker commended the close relations between Canada and France.
    The Briefing Room
    Paris, France - April 17, 2018
  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern in a room beside flags representing Canada and New Zealand.
    Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern
    Yesterday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand.The two prime ministers discussed progressive trade, and the experiences that Canada and New Zealand can share in strengthening the middle class and preparing for jobs of the future. As well, they discussed economic development in the Caribbean and Small Island Developing States.The leaders also exchanged views on international security challenges, including in Syria.
    The Briefing Room
    Paris, France - April 17, 2018
  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with President of France Emmanuel Macron and the Co-chairs of the G7 Gender Equality Advisory Council, Melinda Gates and Isabelle Hudon, in the courtyard of the Palais de l’Élysée.
    Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with Co-chairs of the G7 Gender Equality Advisory Council, Isabelle Hudon et Melinda Gates
    Yesterday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with Ambassador of Canada to France, Isabelle Hudon, and Melinda Gates, who are Co-chairs of the G7 Gender Equality Advisory Council. The meeting was also attended by Emmanuel Macron, President of France.The Prime Minister reiterated his vision in setting up the Council, so that it will provide advice in ensuring that gender equality and gender-based analysis inform all aspects of planning and outcomes of Canada’s G7 Presidency.
    The Briefing Room
    Paris, France - April 17, 2018
  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Michaëlle Jean, Secretary-General of the OIF, sit and talk in front of flags representing Canada and the OIF
    Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with Secretary General of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie, Michaëlle Jean
    Today Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with Michaëlle Jean, Secretary General of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF).
    The Briefing Room
    Paris, France - April 16, 2018