Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with President of Paraguay Mario Abdo Benítez.

The Prime Minister and President shared their concerns regarding the ongoing wildfires in the Amazon basin, with the President expressing his deep appreciation for Canada’s statement of support for the region at the G7.

Prime Minister Trudeau and President Benítez also discussed the importance of the bilateral relationship between Canada and Paraguay, as well as their shared priorities including addressing the crisis in Venezuela, as part of the Lima Group.