Question Period Note: Potential arrest of former Ukranian President Petro Poroshenko.

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Reference number:
00046-2022
Date received:
Jun 28, 2022
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Name of Minister:
Joly, Mélanie (Hon.)
Title of Minister:
Minister of Foreign Affairs

Issue/Question:

The Globe and Mail has published an article that credits Canada with preventing the arrest of former Ukranian President Petro Poroshenko.

Suggested Response:

• Canada is steadfast in its support for Ukraine's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence.

• Canada supports a diplomatic resolution to the current security situation.
• Canada maintains a robust dialogue with the Government of Ukraine on a full range of issues.
• Canada has been clear with Ukraine that a strong and unified Ukraine is the best defence against Russian attempts to destabilize.
• We note that the Government of Ukraine has allowed for justice to be delivered independently.

Background:

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