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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with the President of Mexico, Andrés Manuel López Obrador

October 31, 2019
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke today with Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, who called to offer his congratulations to the Prime Minister on his re-election.

The Prime Minister and President reaffirmed their commitment to close cooperation between Canada and Mexico, and discussed progress being made towards the ratification of the new North American Free Trade Agreement.

The two leaders also discussed the importance of working together to create economic opportunities in both countries.

The Prime Minister and President looked forward to working closely together on shared priorities.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with the Prime Minister of Thailand, Prayut Chan-O-Cha

October 31, 2019
Ottawa, Ontario

Last night, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Prime Minister of Thailand, Prayut Chan-O-Cha. The two leaders looked forward to working together, following recent elections in Canada and Thailand.

Prime Minister Trudeau expressed his disappointment that he is unable to attend this weekend’s ASEAN Leaders’ Summit in Bangkok as a guest of Prime Minister Prayut.

The Prime Minister reiterated Canada’s commitment to deeper engagement with ASEAN on a wide range of regional economic, political, and security issues. The two leaders exchanged views on how to expand bilateral trade and investment cooperation.

Prime Minister Trudeau and Prime Minister Prayut reaffirmed their commitment to the continued collaboration between Canada and Thailand on shared priorities.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with the President of Chile, Sebastián Piñera

October 29, 2019
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke today with President Sebastián Piñera of Chile, who called to offer his congratulations to the Prime Minister on his re-election.

The Prime Minister and the President exchanged views on key regional issues, including the importance of addressing people’s concerns around economic opportunity and inequalities. Prime Minister Trudeau also shared his concern about election irregularities in Bolivia. They welcomed the collaboration between Canada and Chile on a range of shared priorities, including efforts to address the crisis in Venezuela.

The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to ongoing cooperation.

Statement by the Prime Minister on Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas

October 27, 2019
Ottawa, Ontario

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas:

“Today, we join Hindu, Sikh, Jain, and Buddhist communities in Canada and around the world to celebrate Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas.

“During the holiday, which is also known as the Festival of Lights, millions of people will celebrate the triumph of light over darkness – of right over wrong – and the power of hope and knowledge. Loved ones will gather to feast, exchange gifts, and pray, as they light up their homes with diyas.

“Here in Canada, these celebrations are a reminder of the diversity and inclusion that build stronger and more vibrant communities. They are also an opportunity to recognize the important contributions that Canadians of Hindu, Sikh, Jain, and Buddhist faiths make to our country every day.

“On behalf of the Government of Canada, Sophie and I wish a happy Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas to everyone celebrating.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu

October 25, 2019
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke yesterday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who called to offer his congratulations to the Prime Minister on his re-election.

The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to the strong cooperation between Canada and Israel founded on close people-to-people and historic ties. Prime Minister Trudeau and Prime Minister Netanyahu looked forward to the continued collaboration between Canada and Israel on shared priorities.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with the President of Colombia, Iván Duque Márquez

October 25, 2019
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Trudeau spoke yesterday with Colombian President Iván Duque Márquez.

President Duque congratulated Prime Minister Trudeau on his re-election.

The Prime Minister and the President spoke about the strong partnership between their countries on key regional priorities.

The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to ongoing close cooperation.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with the Prime Minister of Australia, Scott Morrison

October 25, 2019
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke on October 23 with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, who called to offer his congratulations to the Prime Minister on his re-election.

The two prime ministers reaffirmed the importance of continued bilateral collaboration given the deep historical ties and values shared by Canada and Australia.