July 1, 2011 Message from Their Royal Highnesses OTTAWA— As Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, I am honoured to convey to the men and women of the Canadian Forces, here and abroad, and to all Canadians working in support of Canada's mission in Afghanistan, a message from Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, on the occasion of Canada Day. David Johnston DUKE and DUCHESS of Cambridge There is plenty of excitement for Canada Day … [Read more...]
Kurdistan BANS Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) * Graphic Video
June 30, 2011 by
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) Kurdistan today (22 June) banned the practice of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), a procedure that has no health benefits harms girls and women in many ways. By a large margin, the parliament of Iraqi Kurdistan passed a law criminalizing the practice in the region. FGM involves removing and damaging healthy and normal female genital tissue, and interferes with the natural functions of girls' and women's bodies. It is recognized internationally as a … [Read more...]
PMO – AIR INDIA Flight Memorial in Montreal, CANADA
June 23, 2011 by
AIR INDIA Flight Memorial UNVEILING in Montreal, CANADA Public events for June 23, 2011 June 22, 2011 Ottawa, Ontario Public event for Prime Minister Stephen Harper for Thursday June 23rd is: History The National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism was proclaimed in 2005 and first observed on June 23, 2005, in memory of those who have lost their lives through acts of terror in Canada and around the world. The day was chosen to coincide with the anniversary of the Air India … [Read more...]
PMO – Prime Minister of Canada on National Aboriginal Day
June 21, 2011 by
Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on National Aboriginal Day June 21, 2011 Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement to mark National Aboriginal Day: “Today we honour and celebrate Aboriginal peoples in Canada on this, the 15th anniversary of National Aboriginal Day. “In addition to their remarkable art and culture, which continue to be an integral part of Canadian identity, Aboriginal peoples make enormous contributions to this country every … [Read more...]
Embassy Hosts Reception in Honor of Mrs. Laura Bush
June 11, 2011 by
Embassy Hosts Reception in Honor of Mrs. Laura Bush H.E. Ambassador Hakimi and Mrs. Hakimi hosted a reception welcoming First Lady; Mrs. Laura Bush, members and supporters of US-Afghan Women’s Council to the Embassy on Thursday, June 9. Ambassador Hakimi gave a warm welcome to those in attendance and thanked Mrs. Laura Bush for all her efforts and contributions toward advocating women’s rights in Afghanistan, calling her a “friend” to the Afghan women. Ambassador Hakimi recognized … [Read more...]
PMO – Canada is Taking Action in maternal health issues!
May 28, 2011 by
PM announces new maternal, newborn and child health initiatives May 27, 2011 Deauville, France Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced support for new health initiatives to help save the lives of mothers and children in Africa and Asia as part of the Canadian-led Muskoka Initiative launched at the G-8 Summit in June 2010. Targeting the leading causes of mortality in mothers and children in countries such as Sudan, Tanzania, Nigeria, Mali and Afghanistan, the new … [Read more...]
Amnesty International Annual Report 2011 – United Kingdom
May 22, 2011 by
Amnesty International Annual Report 2011 - United Kingdom Head of state: Queen Elizabeth II Head of government: David Cameron (replaced Gordon Brown in May) Death penalty: abolitionist for all crimes Population: 61.9 million Life expectancy: 79.8 years Under-5 mortality (m/f): 6/6 per 1,000 An inquiry into allegations of UK involvement in torture and other human rights violations of people held overseas was announced. Key counter-terrorism powers were under review. The … [Read more...]
PMO:Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on Mother’s Day
May 8, 2011 by
Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on Mother’s Day May 8, 2011 Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement to mark Mother’s Day: “Laureen and I would like to wish mothers across Canada a happy Mother’s Day – a day when we honour and celebrate their strength, guidance and compassion. “Mothers are the anchors of our families, dedicating themselves to being our most important role models, nurturers and teachers. Motherhood involves passing on the … [Read more...]
Let'sMove Initiative – April 28th
April 28, 2011 by
APRIL 28, 2011 More than 30 Native Youth from across the country came to the Nation’s Capitol to plant vegetable seeds that are indigenous to North America. (USDA Photo by Lance Cheung) THIS WEEK Greetings from Let’s Move! The First Lady always says that everyone has a role to play in solving the epidemic of childhood obesity. This past week illustrated the many ways different sectors of society are stepping up. Last Sunday, the NBA released a PSA with the First Lady encouraging kids to be … [Read more...]
Afghanistan Embassy ~ Art Exhibition In Small Things Remembered: The Early Years of U.S.-Afghan Relations
April 24, 2011 by
Afghanistan’s Ambassador Tours Opened Exhibition on Afghan-U.S. Relations WASHINGTON D.C. – April 22 – Afghanistan’s Ambassador to the U.S., H.E. Eklil Hakimi, visited Meridian International Center on Friday to view the new art exhibition In Small Things Remembered: The Early Years of U.S.-Afghan Relations. Hosted in partnership with the U.S. Department of State, the show features 81 reproductions of archival photographs and documents that recount the rich, … [Read more...]
CHINA: New Interest in Chinese Foreign Policy
April 18, 2011 by
Celebrating growth in relations with our neighbour, CHINA! "Erica Downs, a fellow at the John L. Thornton China Center at Brookings, gave the following testimony before the U.S.-China Economic & Security Review Commission, in a hearing titled: "China's Foreign Policy: Challenges and Players." I first would like to thank the members of the Commission for the opportunity to testify. It is an honor to participate in this hearing. My remarks today will focus on how … [Read more...]
Royal Wedding Commemorative Coins celebrated and unveiled April 6, 2011
April 4, 2011 by
A Celebration of Women is honored to celebrate this Special Occasion in Canada on April 6, 2011. Royal Wedding Commemorative Coins Governor General to Attend the Unveiling of the Royal Wedding Coins at the Royal Canadian Mint April 4, 2011 OTTAWA—His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, will attend the ceremony for the unveiling of the Royal Wedding coins on Wednesday, April 6, 2011, at 10 a.m., at the Royal Canadian Mint, in Ottawa (320 … [Read more...]
PMO(Canada) – Elimination of Racial Discrimination Day
March 21, 2011 by
Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination March 21, 2011 Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: “On this day in 1960, police in Sharpeville, South Africa shot into an unarmed crowd and killed 69 anti-apartheid demonstrators, generating international alarm which led to the creation of this day. “Events … [Read more...]
Ban Ki-moon , re-election as the UN Secretary General.
UN welcomes Ban`s re-election with standing ovation JUNE 22, 2011 23:22 "No challenge is too large. Together, nothing is impossible." The moment his second five-year term was confirmed by the General Assembly, U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon urged the world to continue jointly coping with the challenges of the 21st century. The resolution on Ban’s appointment for a second term was adopted with acclamation at the General Assembly hall of U.N. … [Read more...]