Yesterday, the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, spoke with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine.

Prime Minister Trudeau warmly congratulated President Zelenskyy on his party’s success in the recent Ukrainian Parliamentary elections and on the confidence the Ukrainian people have expressed in President Zelenskyy’s ambitious reform path. Prime Minister Trudeau also reaffirmed Canada’s unwavering support for Ukraine.

Prime Minister Trudeau and President Zelenskyy discussed the security situation in the region and the fundamental importance of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Prime Minister and the President agreed on the need for respect of the rule of law, implementation of the Minsk Agreement, and progress within the Normandy Format to protect and promote peace and security in Ukraine.

The Prime Minister and the President discussed the upcoming G7 Summit and agreed on the importance of engagement by the international community, including the G7, to support Ukraine in securing its future as a stable, democratic, and prosperous country. Prime Minister Trudeau expressed his firm belief that the G7 is a forum where the members must subscribe to shared values such as respect for democracy and international law. The Prime Minister reaffirmed Canada’s position opposing readmitting Russia to the G7 until they cease aggression in Crimea and the Donbas.

The two leaders agreed to staying in touch on issues of mutual interest.