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Statement by the Prime Minister on Israel Independence Day

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, April 26, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Yom Ha'atzmaut, Israel Independence Day:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, April 26, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Yom Ha'atzmaut, Israel Independence Day:
    "Today, we join Israelis, Jewish communities, and others in Canada and across the world to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the State of Israel.
  • "Canada is proud to have been one of the first countries to recognize Israel when it was founded in 1948, and our countries formally established diplomatic relations the following year.
  • We have since cultivated a strong bilateral friendship rooted in deep ties between our people and shared commitment to democratic values.
  • "On behalf of the Government of Canada, I wish Israelis, Jewish communities across Canada, and all those celebrating this important milestone, a Yom Ha'atzmaut Sameach!"