Canadian FM, UCC discuss support for Ukraine

23.10.2020 11:53

Ukrinform

Canadian Foreign Minister François-Philippe Champagne held a virtual meeting with representatives of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC) to discuss key issues of importance to the Ukrainian Canadian community.

According to the UCC press service, a delegation of over 30 representatives of Ukrainian Canadian organizations and community leaders led by UCC National President Alexandra Chyczij discussed with Minister Champagne Canada’s support for Ukraine, Canada’s sanctions policy, the Canada-Ukraine defence and security relationship, and priorities for Canada’s development program in Ukraine.

“I thank Minister Champagne for an engaging and interesting discussion. Canada remains one of Ukraine’s closest allies, and Canada’s continuing support is key to Ukrainians’ efforts to defend their country against Russia’s aggression,” stated Chyczij. “Ukrainians and Canadians are bound together by the fundamental principle that all peoples have the inherent right to self-determination, the right to liberty and to peace. Our community is proud of Canada’s commitment to supporting these values and the people of Ukraine.”

The UCC presented Minister Champagne with a briefing note of the community’s priorities for relations with Canada, which can be read here.

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