Minister Ng to attend G7 Trade Ministers’ Meeting in Osaka, Japan
News release
October 26, 2023 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will participate in the second G7 Trade Ministers’ Meeting on October 28 and 29, 2023, in, Japan.
This meeting, under Japan’s G7 presidency, will provide an opportunity for Canada to further its international trade priorities, including:
- advancing World Trade Organization reform
- addressing issues of economic security, including economic coercion
- promoting resilient and sustainable supply chains
- fostering inclusive global prosperity
Minister Ng will also meet with international partners to discuss collaboration on trade and investment.
Quotes
“As we face ongoing global challenges, it is more important than ever that Canada continues to work closely with our G7 partners to uphold international rules-based trade and support an economic growth that benefits Canadians and people around the world.”
- Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development
Quick facts
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The G7 is an informal grouping of 8 of the world’s advanced economies; it comprises Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States and the European Union.
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The G7 presidency rotates annually among the 7 member countries in the following order: France, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Italy then Canada. The European Union is not part of this hosting rotation.
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Office of the Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development
343-576-4365
Shanti.Cosentino@international.gc.ca
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