Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, we always work with partners to make sure we improve our alliance and make it stronger. Of course, I have had many conversations with the Secretary General when it comes to that very issue.

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, let me be clear. We are concerned with Russia's actions in three specific regions: the Ukraine, with its military buildup; the use, through Belarus, of weaponizing migrants to impact Baltic states; and finally the involvement of Russia in—

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, we do not recognize the Taliban as a legitimate government. That is why we have no engagement with them. We work with neighbouring countries to make sure we can repatriate 40,000 Afghans.

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, they are NATO, like-minded countries in Europe, Qatar, Kuwait, Pakistan, the U.S., and I could go on.

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, I do not think we are reading the same Ukrainian press.

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, it is a top priority. I raise it with all my counterparts. That is exactly why I went to Europe. That is why I am here with my colleagues, talking about different options.

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, I want to thank my colleague for his excellent question and congratulate him on his re-election and his skilful use of the French language. I did just get back from Latvia. I had the opportunity to meet Canadian troops who are currently there on a very important mis

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, in order to be very specific for my colleague, I want to know what strategic partnership she is referring to and what two other countries she is referring to.

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, I would like to mention to my colleague that it is not New Zealand. It is Australia, the U.S. and the U.K. That being said, I would also mention that Canada is not in the business of making nuclear submarines.

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, we will always be there to support our allies within the alliance of NATO. That is why I had very important conversations with my colleagues. I had the chance to meet with my Lithuanian and Latvian counterparts, and we are very preoccupied with the security of the Ba

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, I would like to thank my hon. colleague not only for his re-election, but also for the fact that he will be parliamentary secretary to a fantastic minister. That is humility and audacity together. I want to echo the facts that he outlined when talking about the impo

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Mr. Speaker, as I mentioned many times, we will use all the tools in our tool box to deter Russia from acting. That being said, I want to also say to my colleague that the question of working with the U.S., the U.K., Ukraine, Germany and many other countries is fundamental becaus

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Mr. Speaker, I want to thank all the brave women and men who are part of Operation Unifier. Indeed, my colleague is right. We have been in Ukraine for many years training thousands of military personnel for the Ukrainian military. We will continue to do that. Right now, we are

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Mr. Speaker, please wait a moment. My colleague, the President of the Treasury Board, is bringing me a lectern. I appreciate this opportunity to participate in today's debate. I have great respect and appreciation for this important democratic exercise. I will be speaking for 10

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Mr. Speaker, of course, there are different acts that provide sanctions the Government of Canada can use. I would like to mention that right now there are 1,446 listings under the Special Economic Measures Act. Of those 1,446 listings, Belarus has 77 individuals; Myanmar has 124;