Monday March 3, 2025 | VICTORIA, BC
by Mary P Brooke | Island Social Trends
Dennis King has been appointed as Canada’s next Ambassador to Ireland. That was announced today by the Prime Minister’s office.
“Mr. King is a proud Islander with a proven track record of public service,” said the statement from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s office.
“As Premier of Prince Edward Island, he helped drive progress on key priorities such as health care, education, economic development, and job creation. He also navigated the province through significant challenges, including natural disasters and the COVID‑19 pandemic,” said Trudeau.
The PMO says Canada and Ireland are “close friends and partners”.
Shared priorities:
“As Ambassador, Mr. King will advance our shared priorities, including strengthening transatlantic security, growing our economies, reducing emissions, expanding trade and investment, and building a better future for people on both sides of the Atlantic”
Recently the PEI Premier:
Dennis King is one of three key leaders who is leaving or has left his post in recent weeks.
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