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This new initiative announces concrete measures to strengthen Canada's competitive position in international commerce. "In today's global economy, a strong trade performance must include strong and growing ties with Asia". Minister Emerson Speech - Asia Pacific Summit.

Companies receive U.S. duty refunds less than three weeks after the Softwood Lumber Agreement came into force.

Canada has sharply condemned the apparent nuclear test carried out by North Korea. Add your voice to our ongoing eDiscussion, and share your input on how the international community should act under such circumstances.

Canada will provide over $18 million to help Afghans rebuild needed infrastructure, improve access to basic necessities and strengthen democratic development.

• 2006-11-02 - Contribution of $1 million to the UN Refugee Agency
• 2006-11-02 - Belarus: Sentencing of a Youth Activist
• 2006-11-01 - Appointment to CCC Board of Directors
• 2006-10-30 - Democratic Republic of Congo: Second Round of Elections
• 2006-10-23 - Canada-India Business Roundtable