Minister Ng to Lead Canadian Businesses on Team Canada Trade Mission to Indonesia and Philippines
Ottawa, December 1, 2024 – The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will lead a Team Canada trade mission to Indonesia and the Philippines from December 4 to 11, 2024. The mission aims to strengthen trade and investment ties between Canada and these two key markets in Southeast Asia.
Minister Ng will be joined by representatives from Canadian businesses and organizations representing a wide range of sectors, including clean technology, infrastructure, agri-food, education, and life sciences. The mission will provide Canadian businesses with an opportunity to connect with potential partners, explore new market opportunities, and showcase their products and services.
“Canada has strong and growing trade relationships with Indonesia and the Philippines,” said Minister Ng. “This trade mission will build on this momentum and help Canadian businesses expand their reach into these dynamic and growing markets.”
During the mission, Minister Ng will meet with government officials, business leaders, and representatives from industry associations to discuss ways to enhance trade and investment cooperation. She will also participate in business-to-business matchmaking events and roundtables to facilitate connections between Canadian and local companies.
Indonesia is Canada’s largest trading partner in Southeast Asia, with bilateral trade reaching $4.8 billion in 2023. The Philippines is Canada’s third-largest trading partner in the region, with bilateral trade valued at $2.4 billion in 2023. Both countries offer significant opportunities for Canadian businesses in sectors such as clean energy, infrastructure development, and education.
The Team Canada trade mission is part of the Government of Canada’s ongoing efforts to promote trade and investment diversification and strengthen economic ties with key partners around the world. The mission will help to position Canadian businesses for success in the growing Southeast Asian market and contribute to Canada’s economic growth and prosperity.
Contact:
Media Relations Office Global Affairs Canada 343-203-7700 media@international.gc.ca Follow Minister Ng on Twitter: @MaryNgMP
Minister Ng to lead Canadian businesses on Team Canada Trade Mission to Indonesia and Philippines
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