Presentation of Letters of Credence
Upon their arrival in Canada, and before they can carry out their duties as heads of mission, new ambassadors, as well as new high commissioners of countries for which Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is not head of State, must be officially welcomed by the governor general of Canada. High commissioners representing countries for which The Queen is the head of State are formally introduced to the prime minister of Canada.
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His Excellency Alberto Arosemena Medina, Ambassador of the Republic of Panama, was the first to present his letters of credence to the Governor General.
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He was followed by His Excellency Ahmed Aflel Jawad, High Commissioner for the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka.
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His Excellency Necton Darlington Mhura, High Commissioner for the Republic of Malawi, was the last one to present his letters of credence to the Governor General.
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"I’m so pleased to see you here. As heads of mission, you’re so important to the friendship that exists between Canada and the countries you represent. Even in an age of instant, global communication, there’s no substitute for personal ties. Your presence reminds Canadians of all that we have in common with the people of Panama, Sri Lanka and Malawi," said His Excellency.
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His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, received the letters of credence of three new heads of mission during a ceremony at Rideau Hall on September 10, 2015.
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