Mr. Speaker, our Prime Minister wants to wear the mantle of mediator. He imagines himself to be a bridge.
After this week's sorry display of weak leadership and rehashed promises at the G-8 summit, Canadians know that Canada's place in the world is more diminished than ever.
We stand with the nations that water down their international promises. Two years ago the world promised $50 billion to Africa. We are $30 billion short. Now the richest nations are saying that they will up it to $60 billion, but we are not to ask for details or deadlines.
When will the government announce details and deadlines for aid to Africa?