Canadian PM to visit Japan, attend the G7 summit

Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau Friday announced that he will pay a working visit to Japan on May 23-25 and participate in the G7 Leaders' Summit on May 26 and 27 in the country.

During his visit in Japan, Trudeau will have an audience with the Emperor and Empress of Japan, and will meet with Prime Minister Abe. He will also meet with leaders in the automotive sector to discuss ways to further promote trade and investment between Canada and Japan.

"Japan is a long-standing and important partner for Canada. I look forward to meeting the Emperor and Empress of Japan. During my meeting with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, we will explore ways to deepen Canadian and Japanese ties on many levels, including trade, investment, peace and security, culture, education, environment, and science, technology and innovation," he said.

At the G7 summit, Trudeau is expected to reaffirm his new approach to global engagement and to highlight Canada's resolve to work with its G7 partners on a number of key global issues, including the economy, trade, climate change, peace and security, development and women's empowerment, which will all contribute to advancing the government's priorities.

"In this new era of Canada's international engagement, I look forward to meeting my G7 counterparts to bolster collaboration on shared domestic and global priorities and challenges, including our work to build inclusive and sustainable economies and societies that support a strong middle-class," said the Canadian prime minister. Enditem