Mr. Speaker, today the Prime Minister announced that he will meet with Portia Simpson-Miller, prime minister of Jamaica, on October 22 during her first official visit to Canada.
Canada and Jamaica share a long history as friends and partners with strong people-to-people ties and shared values.
Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller's visit will also mark the 50th anniversary of bilateral relations between our two nations. The leaders will discuss matters of mutual interest, including regional security, trade and investment and multilateral co-operation.
We very much look forward to welcoming the Jamaican prime minister on her visit next week.