Thank you.
I think that's an important point, because I think you have laid out some of the challenges for Canadians abroad and the need for consular services. I think most Canadians would want to know that the $25 they put down on the table when they get their passport goes directly to consular affairs. That's not your issue; I'm bringing it up because I think it's an important point of fact that people should know.
I would like to finish by noting the fact that other jurisdictions, when it comes to the rights and responsibilities and obligations of governments to protect their citizens, have actually codified that.
As you mentioned, Mr. Edwards, I have put forward a proposal that we do just that. I would simply note that both Germany and the United States have done that in the past, and I would hope we could look to do that and have someone who would actually oversee that, such as an ombudsperson. I look forward to working with my colleagues on that, and I think it would help you do your job. I'm not one who believes you're the problem. I think it's because this has become politicized that we have a problem, and I think we can sort it out.
I think my time is up. I thank you for being here today.