Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on the Israeli election results:
“On behalf of the Canadian government, I congratulate Benjamin Netanyahu on his election victory and wish him every success in forming a coalition government.
“Canada’s friendship with Israel is based on a long tradition of close cooperation, enduring ties between our peoples and a shared commitment to upholding democratic values.
“Together, we will continue to advance our shared priorities of collaborating on science, technology and innovation and boosting trade and investment to create good jobs and new opportunities for the people of both countries, including through the modernized Canada Free Trade Agreement with Israel.” .
“Canada remains committed to achieving a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in the Middle East, including the establishment of a Palestinian state living side by side with Israel in peace and security. We will continue to work for lasting peace in the Middle East while fighting anti-Semitism and hatred wherever it arises.
“I thank former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Interim Prime Minister Yair Lapid for their valued partnership and wish them luck in their endeavours. »
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