The Canadian Embassy in Libya
Welcome to the Canadian Embassy in Tripoli, Libya. This Embassy represents Canadian interests in Libya.
Although Canada has had diplomatic relations with Libya since 1968, they have had a rocky past. From 1986 to 1999 they were frozen due to a series of terrorist attacks in Europe. In 1999, Canadian sanctions were lifted after Libya turned over two suspects in these events for trial. Two years later, Canada opened its embassy in Tripoli. In 2003, Libya renounced its weapons of mass destruction development programs and invited international weapons inspectors into the country. Canada welcomed the Libyan decision and called to strengthen their bilateral relationship. Both political and trade relations with Libya have been increasing over the last few years and many new opportunities to do business with this country are arising.
What's New
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A new government in Canada
Canada's 22nd Prime Minister, Stephen Harper, was sworn in at Rideau Hall on February 6, 2006, along with our 28th ministry. Read more about the new team...
Minister of Foreign Affairs announces plans for Canada Centre for Peace and Democracy in Middle East
(November 28, 2005)
Canada supports international efforts toward abolition of the death penalty
Canada accedes to a UN treaty that confirms its continued opposition to the death penalty: "We urge all states that retain the death penalty to abolish it or to impose a moratorium on its use, and to become parties to the Second Optional Protocol."
(November 25, 2005)
Canada accepts UNESCO Convention on Diversity of Cultural Expressions
The Prime Minister calls on all UNESCO Member States to follow Canada's lead and accept the Convention.
(November 23, 2005)
Canada steps up efforts to fight HIV/AIDS
(November 21, 2005)
Minister of Foreign Affairs announces funding for West African peacekeeping training school
(November 7, 2005)
Minister of Foreign Affairs announces new Special Advisor on Women, Peace and Security
Women's rights and gender equality are an integral part of Canada's foreign and development policies.
(November 7, 2005)
Canada invests $12 million for health in Africa
(November 7, 2005)
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