Minister Oda Focuses on Economic Growth and Democracy in Ukraine


KYIV, UKRAINE, Apr 16, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) —
During the first part of her visit to Ukraine,
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http://www.acdi-cida.gc.ca/acdi-cida/ACDI-CIDA.nsf/eng/JUD-1211102120-L23 )
the Honourable Beverley J. Oda, Minister of International
Cooperation, focused on Canada’s support for a growing economy in a
strengthened democracy.

Meeting with Ukraine’s political leadership, she discussed the
progress of Canada’s work in economic growth
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http://www.acdi-cida.gc.ca/acdi-cida/ACDI-CIDA.nsf/eng/FRA-101515146-QKD )
and stressed that a strong democratic environment is needed to see
Canada’s efforts become sustainable and benefit all of the Ukrainian
people over the long term.

“In my meetings with the Prime Minister and his Ministers, they
expressed their appreciation for Canada’s assistance in Ukraine and
invited our continued investment and cooperation in the country,”
said Minister Oda. “For my part, I underlined the important need for
an environment that will allow for open and fair elections,
democracy, human rights, and the rule of law for all Ukrainians.”

Canada remains concerned by the apparently arbitrary and politically
biased nature of judicial proceedings against Ms. Tymoshenko, and
other individuals, which undermine the rule of law.

Canada’s support for the people of Ukraine focuses on promoting
democratic development and stimulating sustainable economic growth,
particularly in the agriculture sector. CIDA’s economic growth
initiatives help to improve the environment for businesses to get
started, to expand, and create jobs.

Minister Oda is travelling in Ukraine with a Canadian delegation that
includes representatives of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress, the
League of Ukrainian Canadians, and the Ukrainian National Federation
of Canada.

“Our work here in Ukraine rests in restoring the confidence of the
people in government and financial institutions and supporting key
efforts for an open, free, and democratic parliamentary election this
coming October,” added Minister Oda.

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        Justin Broekema
        Press Secretary to the Minister of International Cooperation
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        Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA)
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SOURCE: Canadian International Development Agency – CIDA



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