Mr. Speaker, my question is for the Minister of Foreign Affairs.
On February 24 two American civilian planes were shot down by Cuban air force MIG jets. This unfortunate incident resulted in four deaths. The facts in this case have not been fully established, therefore it is essential that a credible international organization examine this matter.
On February 27 the UN Security Council passed a motion requesting the International Civil Aviation Organization to investigate this incident. As Canada enjoys friendly relations with both Cuba and the United States, our role can be one of mediation.
Will the minister commit himself to working with both governments to ensure that ICAO receives full co-operation and full disclosures of the facts from both Cuba and the United States and that both nations will comply with the recommendations made by ICAO on this issue?