MIL OSI Translation. Canadian French to English –
Source: Government of Canada – in French
Topics discussed included competition, artificial intelligence, digital partnerships and research opportunities.
Topics discussed included competition, artificial intelligence, digital partnerships and research opportunities.
September 25, 2024 – Montreal (Quebec)
The Canada-European Union relationship is based on shared values, long-standing close cooperation and strong people-to-people ties. As key strategic partners, Canada and the European Union share a similar vision to ensure a responsible digital transition, make their economies more competitive and create jobs for the middle class.
The Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, met in Montreal with the Executive Vice-President of the European Commission for a Europe Fit for the Digital Age and Commissioner for Competition, Margrethe Vestager, to discuss topics of mutual interest as well as bilateral and global issues, including artificial intelligence, economic security, digital partnerships, competition policy, and research and innovation.
In the morning, they attended the unveiling of Anyon’s new MonarQ quantum computer at the École de technologie supérieure. The Minister emphasized that by continuing to invest in talented people, research and innovation, Canada and the European Union can solve some of the world’s greatest challenges and build a better future for the benefit of the community.
Minister Champagne and Executive Vice-President Vestager also participated in an informal discussion organised by the Montreal Council on Foreign Relations, during which they discussed the close relationship between Canada and the European Union, ongoing challenges on the global and domestic stage, and the collaboration that Canada and the European Union can demonstrate to establish fair markets and safe and responsible technologies.
Audrey MilettePress SecretaryOffice of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industryaudrey.milette@ised-isde.gc.ca
Media RelationsInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canadamedia@ised-isde.gc.ca
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