Foundation for the Humboldt Forum in the Berlin Palace

Highlights of the Governor General's State Visit to the Federal Republic of Germany

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, October 21, 2021

In Berlin, the Governor General reinforced Canada's strong friendship with Germany in meetings with His Excellency Frank-Walter Steinmeier, President of the Federal Republic of Germany, and with Her Excellency Angela Merkel, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Key Points: 
  • In Berlin, the Governor General reinforced Canada's strong friendship with Germany in meetings with His Excellency Frank-Walter Steinmeier, President of the Federal Republic of Germany, and with Her Excellency Angela Merkel, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany.
  • During the meeting with the Chancellor, the Governor General had the opportunity to thank her for her 16 years of leadership in the international community.
  • During her speech at the opening ceremony, she highlighted the rich diversity that is reflected in Canadian arts and literature.
  • The last governor general to undertake a State visit to Germany was the Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, in 2001.