Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with the President of the European Council, Charles Michel, on the margins of the commemorations of the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy in France.
Prime Minister Trudeau and President Michel expressed their profound appreciation for all veterans who contributed to Operation Overlord and the liberation of Europe. They paid their respects to those who gave their lives in service of peace and freedom during the Second World War.
The two leaders discussed ongoing geopolitical crises around the world. They highlighted the close relationship between Canada and the European Union on shared priorities, including promoting security, democracy, human rights, and upholding the rules-based international order.
The Prime Minister and the President condemned Russia’s ongoing war of aggression against Ukraine and reiterated their shared commitment to standing with Ukraine for as long as it takes.
Prime Minister Trudeau and President Michel agreed to remain in close contact and looked forward to advancing discussions next week in Italy for the G7 Summit and in Switzerland for the Summit on Peace in Ukraine.