October 24, 2024 – Ottawa, Ontario – Global Affairs Canada
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that she will participate at the International Conference in Support of Lebanon’s People and Sovereignty, taking place in Paris, France today.
The conference will focus on three objectives: reaffirming the need for a diplomatic solution to the Israel-Hezbollah conflict in accordance with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701, mobilizing the international community to address the urgent needs for protection and emergency relief for the Lebanese people and exploring strategies to enhance support for Lebanon’s institutions, including the Lebanese Armed Forces, which play a crucial role in ensuring the country’s internal stability.
Minister Joly will engage with her counterparts to create space for a diplomatic solution along the Blue Line and help shore up humanitarian assistance to support the needs of the Lebanese people.







