Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) and the motion adopted by the committee on Monday, June 20, 2022, the committee is commencing its study on sexual and reproductive health and the rights of women globally.
It is now my pleasure to welcome to the committee, from the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development, two officials who we're very happy to have with us here today. First, we have Mr. Peter MacDougall, who is the assistant deputy minister, global issues and development. We're also happy to have with us here today Ms. Tanya Trevors, who is the director of health and rights of women and girls.
Mr. MacDougall, you will go first. You will be provided five minutes for your opening remarks. We would be grateful if you could manage to keep close to five minutes, and then we will proceed with Ms. Trevors.
Mr. MacDougall, the floor is yours.