Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with ..

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with President of Moldova Maia Sandu
February 26, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario



Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the President of Moldova, Maia Sandu.

Prime Minister Trudeau and President Sandu strongly condemned the large-scale military aggression by Russia against the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of Ukraine. President Sandu insisted that Moldova would keep doing everything in its power to provide shelter and safety to Ukrainians in need, in these distressing times. Prime Minister Trudeau praised Moldova’s generous efforts in that regard, and reiterated that Ukraine’s security is also Europe’s security and that of all democratic states seeking to uphold fundamental principles of international law and state sovereignty.

Prime Minister Trudeau expressed Canada’s support to Moldova and commended Prime Minister Sandu on her continued efforts to reform and promote a free and democratic Moldova.

The two leaders recognized 30 years of the bilateral relationship between our countries and looked forward to an in-person visit, when conditions permit. They committed to continue their efforts in close coordination with allies and partners in support of Ukraine.
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen
February 26, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario



Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, about Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine’s sovereign territory.

Prime Minister Trudeau strongly condemned the large-scale military aggression by Russia against the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of Ukraine. The two leaders stressed that Russia’s actions threaten peace and order in Europe and around the world, are blatant violations of international law, and will not be tolerated.

Prime Minister Trudeau and President von der Leyen recognized the heroic efforts and sacrifices of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and people, and committed to further supporting Ukraine. The two leaders discussed the heavy, punitive sanctions against those in Russia who are directly responsible for this tragedy. Prime Minister Trudeau reiterated his strong support for further economic sanctions that will impact Russia’s ability to do business around the world. The Prime Minister also praised the transatlantic cooperation that led to today’s joint statement by the leaders of the European Commission, France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, and Canada, which committed to removing Russian banks from the SWIFT messaging system and enforcing additional restrictive measures against Russian banks, companies, officials, and elites. This includes imposing restrictive measures that will prevent the Russian Central Bank from deploying its international reserves in ways that undermine the impact of sanctions. The two leaders also stressed the importance of strengthening the security of the countries neighbouring Ukraine.

Prime Minister Trudeau and President von der Leyen agreed to continue coordinating closely on efforts with allies and partners to impose severe costs on Russia.
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland speak with Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shymal

February 26, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario



Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau joined a call between Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland and the Prime Minister of Ukraine, Denys Shymal, to offer support and express solidarity to the people in Ukraine.

Prime Minister Trudeau and Deputy Prime Minister Freeland strongly condemned the large-scale military aggression by Russia against the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine. The two leaders emphasized that Ukraine’s security is also Europe’s security and that of all democratic states seeking to uphold fundamental principles of international law and state sovereignty. Prime Minister Shymal thanked Prime Minister Trudeau for the recently announced sanctions and for Canada’s dedicated support to the people of Ukraine.

Prime Minister Trudeau commended Prime Minister Shymal and President Zelenskyy’s courage and resolve to remain in Kyiv and to be leading the people of Ukraine in such exemplary fashion, through this unprovoked and unjustified Russian invasion. The Deputy Prime Minister praised the groundswell of support from citizens of Ukraine and those in the region and around the world, who are demonstrating their solidarity with Ukraine in various ways.

Prime Minister Trudeau stressed that Russia’s actions are blatant violations of international law, and will not be tolerated. The prime ministers discussed ways in which Canada could continue to support Ukraine in the immediate future.
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