(June 2003) PDF Version Message from the Prime MinisterIt has been an honour for Canada to serve as chair of the Summit of the Americas process over the past three years. Argentina has now officially taken over this privilege and responsibility as of June 9, 2003. Canada was pleased to host the 34 democratically elected leaders of the Americas in Quebec City, in April 2001, to address common challenges. We made a series of commitments in the Quebec City Declaration and Plan of Action to strengthen democracy, create prosperity and realize human potential. You will find more information about these commitments and the progress that has been achieved since the Quebec City Summit in the pages that follow. One of the most significant achievements has been the creation and adoption of the Inter-American Democratic Charter in September 2001. The Charter has since played an important role in assisting the Hemisphere face challenges to democracy. Canada is fortunate to be part of the Americas. We will continue to work closely with our partners to advance democracy, social development and prosperity within the Americas in the years to come. Jean Chrétien Prime Minister of Canada Table of ContentsTo obtain copies of this brochure and other DFAIT publications: Enquiries Service (SXGI) Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade 125 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0G2 Tel.: 1-800-267-8376 (toll-free) or (613) 944-4000 Fax: (613) 996-9709 E-mail: enqserv@dfait-maeci.gc.ca
© Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, 2003 Catalogue No.: E2-486/2003 ISBN 0-662-67381-6
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