Mr. Chair, thank you for giving me an opportunity to speak and to address the news of Russia's unprovoked attack on Ukraine.
Our government, the Prime Minister and the Deputy Prime Minister condemn, in the strongest possible terms, Russia's egregious attack on Ukraine. These unprovoked actions are a clear further violation of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. They are also in violation of Russia's obligations under international law and the charter of the United Nations.
Canada calls on Russia to immediately cease all hostile actions against Ukraine and withdraw all military and proxy forces from the country. Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity must be respected. The Ukrainian people must be free to determine their own future.
Earlier this morning the Prime Minister met with G7 partners. Our government will continue working closely and quickly with NATO and our allies to collectively respond to these reckless and dangerous acts, including by imposing significant sanctions in addition to those already announced. In the face of these attacks on Ukraine, Canada will take additional action to stop Russia's unwarranted aggression.
We continue to stand with Ukraine, its people and the Ukrainian Canadian community here in Canada. Russia's brazen acts have profound human consequences and will not go unpunished.
With your permission, Mr. Chair, I'd invite my other honourable colleagues to speak, if they would care to do so.
Thank you very much, Mr. Chair.