The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Johann Wadephul, Germany's Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs, at the Munich Security Conference, held from February 13 to 15, 2026, in Germany.
This year marks the 75th anniversary of Canada-Germany diplomatic relations. The ministers discussed how to further strengthen cooperation on shared priorities, including support for Ukraine, defence and security, critical minerals, energy, and digital innovation. They also exchanged perspectives on pressing global issues, including Arctic security and the continued humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The ministers reaffirmed their commitment to working with like-minded partners to build collective strength and strategic autonomy. They agreed to continue deepening bilateral ties across defence, trade and innovation, and to explore new avenues for cooperation among middle powers.