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Prime Minister Carney speaks with President of Lebanon Joseph Aoun

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of Lebanon, JosephAoun.

Prime Minister Carney expressed Canada’s friendship and solidarity with the Lebanese people in the face of widespread destruction, displacement, and civilian deaths. He reiterated Canada’s support for Lebanon, including humanitarian aid for the Lebanese people and peace and security assistance, notably through the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).

The Prime Minister expressed strong support for the Government of Lebanon’s efforts to disarm Hezbollah. He condemned continuing Hezbollah attacks on Israel and urged sustained progress on disarmament, supported by the international community.

Prime Minister Carney condemned Israel’s illegal invasion of Lebanon and reaffirmed Canada’s steadfast support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. He underscored the importance of maintaining a meaningful ceasefire and creating conditions for displaced civilians to return home safely.

The Prime Minister emphasised Canada’s readiness to work with partners to protect civilians, reinforce long-term regional stability, and support de-escalation efforts. He emphasised that Canada is one of the world’s largest providers of international assistance to Lebanon, with over $800 million in assistance since 2016.

The two leaders agreed to remain in close contact.

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Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of Lebanon, JosephAoun.

The two leaders agreed to remain in close contact.

Associated link

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Thursday, May 14, 2026

Note: All times local

National Cital Region,Canada

10:00a.m. The Prime Minister will announce a new agenda to deliver clean, affordable, and reliable energy for Canadians.

Third Floor
West Block
Parliament Hill

Notes for media:

Open coverage
Media wishing to cover the event must be accredited with the Canadian Parliamentary Press Gallery.

Note: All times local

National Cital Region,Canada

10:00a.m. The Prime Minister will announce a new agenda to deliver clean, affordable, and reliable energy for Canadians.

Third Floor
West Block
Parliament Hill

Notes for media:

Open coverage
Media wishing to cover the event must be accredited with the Canadian Parliamentary Press Gallery.

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Note: All times local

National Cital Region,Canada

9:10a.m. The Prime Minister will meet Canadian Space Agency astronauts JeremyHansen and JenniGibbons, as well as members of the ArtemisIIcrew.

Note for media:

9:50a.m. The Prime Minister will participate in an activity with students alongside Canadian Space Agency astronauts JeremyHansen and JenniGibbons, as well as members of the ArtemisIIcrew.

Note for media:

11:30a.m. The Prime Minister will chair the Cabinet meeting.

Virtual meeting, closed to media

Note: All times local

National Cital Region,Canada

9:10a.m. The Prime Minister will meet Canadian Space Agency astronauts JeremyHansen and JenniGibbons, as well as members of the ArtemisIIcrew.

Note for media:

9:50a.m. The Prime Minister will participate in an activity with students alongside Canadian Space Agency astronauts JeremyHansen and JenniGibbons, as well as members of the ArtemisIIcrew.

Note for media:

11:30a.m. The Prime Minister will chair the Cabinet meeting.

Virtual meeting, closed to media

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Prime Minister Carney meets with President of Guyana Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali

The leaders emphasised the strong ties between Canada and Guyana, strengthened by over 100,000Canadians of Guyanese ancestry. Guyana is one of Canada’s largest trading partners among the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).

The leaders discussed Canada’s role as a reliable trade and investment partner, and opportunities to increase Canadian investment in Guyana in a range of sectors, including energy, technology, agriculture, and mining.

Prime Minister Carney conveyed his best wishes for the Canada-Guyana Chamber of Commerce’s Business Forum taking place in Toronto this week, celebrating 60years of Guyana’s independence and diplomatic ties with Canada. The Prime Minister looks forward to visiting Guyana in the future.

The Prime Minister and the President agreed to remain in close contact.