Kanada – Partner in turbulenten Zeiten

In the organizer's words:

Canada - Partner in turbulent times

Evelyne Coulombe

Lecture

Following the parliamentary elections in Canada and a change of government in Berlin, new opportunities are opening up for bilateral relations between Canada and Germany. Evelyne Coulombe, Chargé d'affaires at the Canadian Embassy in Berlin, will give an insight into the foundations of this partnership in turbulent geopolitical times.

In 2025, Canada is a G7 presidency country and was a partner nation at the Hannover Messe - a sign of close cooperation with Germany in supporting Ukraine, international security, energy supply, green hydrogen technology and the energy transition. The two countries have also intensified their cooperation in areas such as climate protection and migration.

Economically, Canada is increasingly looking towards Europe - also due to uncertain trade relations with the USA. Agreements such as CETA and the strategic partnership with the EU strengthen cooperation in trade, peace, security and development. In her presentation, Coulombe talks about new opportunities for closer German-Canadian cooperation and common goals in the run-up to the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta.

Evelyne Coulombe has held various senior positions in the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs (Global Affairs Canada), including Director of U.S. Cross-Border Affairs. As a Canadian diplomat, she has served in Vietnam, Cambodia, Guatemala, Chile and Brazil. She is currently Chargé d'Affaires at the Canadian Embassy in Germany.

The event takes place in cooperation with the Heidelberg Symposium and opens this year's festival.

Language: English

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