Canada and African Union Commission to Host High-Level and Trade Policy Dialogues
Ottawa, November 5, 2024 – Canada and the African Union Commission (AUC) today announced that they will jointly host a series of high-level and trade policy dialogues over the coming year.
The dialogues, which will be held in Canada and Africa, will bring together government officials, business leaders, and civil society representatives from both sides to discuss a wide range of issues of mutual interest, including:
- Enhancing trade and investment ties
- Promoting economic growth and sustainable development
- Advancing peace, security, and stability
- Strengthening cooperation in key sectors such as agriculture, energy, and infrastructure
“Canada and Africa have a long and mutually beneficial partnership,” said Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly. “These dialogues will provide a valuable opportunity to deepen our economic, political, and security ties, and to work together to address global challenges.”
AUC Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat said, “Africa and Canada share a commitment to multilateralism, sustainable development, and the promotion of human rights. These dialogues will allow us to strengthen our partnership and work together to build a more prosperous and equitable future for both continents.”
The first high-level dialogue will take place in Ottawa in January 2025. Subsequent dialogues will be held in Africa in the spring and fall of 2025.
Additional Information
- Canada and the AUC have previously held high-level dialogues in 2016 and 2018.
- Canada is Africa’s third-largest trading partner, with total trade volume exceeding $10 billion in 2023.
- Africa is a rapidly growing market with a population of over 1.3 billion people.
- Canada is committed to working with African partners to promote economic growth, peace, and security in the region.
Canada and African Union Commission to host High-Level and Trade Policy dialogues
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