Mr. Speaker, two years ago today South Africa made a bold choice to end the system of apartheid and instead embark upon democracy.
As Canadians we can take a great deal of pride in the fact that Canada has always stood on the forefront of international efforts aimed at promoting change in South Africa. We can also be proud of the fact that Canada is continuing assistance during the national elections taking place in South Africa on April 26.
Our Secretary of State for Latin America and Africa will lead a delegation of election monitors and observers which will be necessary in order to ensure a free and fair vote.
I wish the Canadian delegation every success and hope that all of South Africa puts violence aside and in the interest of peace takes part in the democratic process.