Bill C-24, the Softwood Lumber Products Export Charge Act, 2006, receives Royal Assent in Parliament. Canadian lumber producers can now grow their businesses in a more stable and predictable trade environment.
"What Canada does in Afghanistan matters in the UN, in NATO and to other partners inside Afghanistan. This is a multilateral effort and most importantly, it matters very much to the lives of the people of Afghanistan."
Canada is committed to supporting African efforts to more effectively prevent, manage, and resolve conflict and importantly, to address the needs of civilians.
Canada signs the Convention on Settlement of Investment Dispute between States and Nationals of Other States which will provide protection to Canadian investors.
From September 25th to December 1st, 2006, Canadians were invited to share their views on non-proliferation, arms control and disarmament. There were a total of 160 postings to the eDiscussion.
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".
