Canada in Slovakia

Embassy of Canada to Slovakia - Français : @CanadaSlovaquie photo credit: Ottawa Tourism/Neil Robertson

[Canada in Slovakia @CanadaSlovakia]

Ambassador @KarenMollica met @ViedAkademia President Martin Venhart to explore stronger 🇨🇦-🇸🇰 research & academic ties. They noted the vital role of science in competitive, innovative societies and emphasized the importance of evidence-based decision making.

[Prime Minister of Canada @CanadianPM]

#G7 Évian | Leaders’ call on a safer digital space for minors: https://t.co/dcckmwXd8b

[Canada in Slovakia @CanadaSlovakia]

Thank you State Secretary @MarekEstok_SK for warm and productive meeting.

@SlovakiaMFA
@SlovakiaInCAN

[Marek Eštok @MarekEstok_SK]

Excellent working lunch today with the Ambassador of Canada to Slovakia, H.E. @KarenMollica, right here in Bratislava!

It was the perfect opportunity to follow up on my recent productive trip to Canada and the meaningful consultations held in Ottawa. We are turning political momentum into result-oriented actions—discussing concrete ways to boost our bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, nuclear energy, and defense! Slovakia is keen to see Canadian business delegations exploring our market soon, particularly around innovative solutions and the automotive sector.

A truly special day to meet, as Canada’s new Governor General, Louise Arbour, is sworn into office today—we extend our warmest congratulations and hope to welcome her to Slovakia soon!

Also side-by-side as strong NATO allies, we highly value our excellent military cooperation in Latvia and look forward to unlocking even more strategic opportunities ahead!

[Governor General of Canada @GGCanada]

Today’s installation day marks an important milestone for Canada and the beginning of a new chapter. 🍁

Governor General Arbour has officially been installed as Canada’s 31st governor general!

[The Crown in Canada @TheCrownCa]

The installation of Canada’s 31st Governor General is happening today!

Tune in at 10 a.m. (ET) on @CdnHeritage's YouTube Channel: https://t.co/pxUJrsJBSG

[Foreign Policy CAN @CanadaFP]

#Russia claims Ukrainian parents gave their consent to send their children to summer camps or health facilities run by Russia.

Credible sources show that some children were not returned after these programs ended.

#BringKidsBack

More facts: https://t.co/pRt6ODjxij

[Foreign Policy CAN @CanadaFP]

#Russia claims it relocated Ukrainian children for their safety, but evidence shows many of these transfers were forcible, lacked proper consent and violated international law.

#BringKidsBack

More facts countering lies:
https://t.co/pRt6ODjxij

[Development Canada @CanadaDev]

Canada supports vaccines worldwide. #Vaccines save lives, stop outbreaks, and protect families. Together with partners, Canada helps deliver vaccines reach those who need them most.

@Gavi @GlobalFund @UNICEF @WHO @CEPIvaccines @PAHOwho @MedsPatentPool

[Foreign Policy CAN @CanadaFP]

#Russia claims it is "cooperating" to reunite Ukrainian families. Facts tell a different story: returns are rare and driven by Ukraine, international partners and civil society while Russia obstructs their work. #BringKidsBack

More facts countering lies: https://t.co/pRt6ODjxij

[Foreign Policy CAN @CanadaFP]

#Russia hides behind claims that there is no complete list of deported Ukrainian children. Meanwhile, Russia limits access to records and prevents verification in temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine.

#BringKidsBack

More facts countering lies: https://t.co/pRt6ODjxij

[Foreign Policy CAN @CanadaFP]

#Russia falsely claims #Ukraine is exaggerating the number of deported children. The evidence says otherwise. Multiple independent sources confirm these cases are widespread, systematic and verified.

#BringKidsBack

More facts countering lies: https://t.co/pRt6ODjxij

[Prime Minister of Canada @CanadianPM]

A strong partnership between Canada and Europe creates more stability, more security, and more prosperity on both sides of the Atlantic.

[Foreign Policy CAN @CanadaFP]

Russia says it’s rehoming Ukrainian “orphans.”

Also Russia:
–Transfers children without tracing families
–Withholds records needed to find them
–Labels them “orphans” to enable illegal adoptions

A child is not an orphan just because you erased their history.

#BringKidsBack

[Canada Trade @CanadaTrade]

Calling all members of Civil Society Organizations and academia! Register now to the Canada #EU 2026 #CETA Civil Society Forum on Trade and Sustainable Development, June 2 and 3. The event will cover trade, labour, environment, inclusivity and more!

➡️https://t.co/52MJZhM5Rp

[Foreign Policy CAN @CanadaFP]

Russia says the issue of deported Ukrainian children is part of a political campaign against it.

Also Russia:
-Dismisses evidence of systematic transfers from credible sources
-Faces international arrest warrants over child deportations

Children are not pawns. #BringKidsBack

[Foreign Policy CAN @CanadaFP]

In 1986, the world’s most severe nuclear accident happened in Chornobyl. 40 years on, our thoughts are with the people who have suffered its consequences for decades. Chornobyl showed the world that nuclear safety is everyone’s concern.
Canada will not forget.

[Foreign Policy CAN @CanadaFP]

Russia says #Ukraine’s figures on deported children are unreliable.

Also Russia:
– Continues illegal deportations and forced transfers
– Russifies identities and records
– Limits access to data

The numbers change because Russia is still taking Ukrainian children.
#BringKidsBack

[Foreign Policy CAN @CanadaFP]

Russia claims Ukrainian parents “voluntarily” sent their children to Russian camps.

Also Russia:
-Obtains “consent” under occupation and war
-Keeps children after short-term programs end

Consent to a summer camp does not equal consent to giving away your child.

#BringKidsBack

[Foreign Policy CAN @CanadaFP]

Russia calls it a “temporary evacuation” of Ukrainian children for their safety.

Also Russia:
–Sends Ukrainian children to re-education camps
-Imposes Russian citizenship
-Facilitates illegal adoptions

This is not temporary. It is unlawful.

#BringKidsBack

[Canada in Slovakia @CanadaSlovakia]

Welcome to Canada, State Secretary! An excellent start to an important trip focused on strengthening Canada and Slovakia relations. 🇨🇦🤝🇸🇰 @MarekEstok_SK @SlovakiaMFA @SlovakiaInCAN

[Marek Eštok @MarekEstok_SK]

Great kickoff to my meetings in Ottawa w/ David Angell, Foreign and Defence Policy Advisor to the Prime Minister! 🇨🇦🤝🇸🇰
What connects us is also our long-standing careers in diplomatic service—and the fact that we both serve as foreign policy advisors to our respective Prime Ministers.
A former 🇨🇦Ambassador to NATO, David brings insight to our discussions on transatlantic cooperation and today’s evolving security landscape. 🌍🛡️
Always inspiring to exchange perspectives with someone of such experience. Looking forward to strengthening the 🇸🇰🤝🇨🇦 partnership even further including high level visits.