CRIN - Child Rights Information Network - Organisations - Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT)

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Key Objectives of Canada's Foreign Policy The strategic direction given to the Department's mandate and role comes from the three key objectives of Canada's foreign policy set out in the Government's statement, Canada in the World: the promotion of prosperity and employment by advancing Canada's international trade and economic interests abroad, by maintaining market access for Canadian goods and services, by attracting foreign investment, and by promoting tourism to Canada; the protection of our security within a stable global framework by using diplomacy to protect against military threats, international instability, environmental degradation, natural resource depletion, international crime, uncontrolled migration, and the spread of pandemic diseases; the projection of Canadian values and culture in the world by promoting universal respect for human rights, the development of participatory government and stable institutions, the rule of law, sustainable development, the celebration of Canadian culture, and the promotion of Canadian cultural and educational industries abroad.

Organisation type: Government

Organisation mandate: Provide training or education on child rights, Work in partnership with organisations, Work with media and press

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Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT) (DFAIT - MAECI)