Québec's international policy, 2009-2014 action plan : Politique internationale du Québec : plan d'action 2009-2014 : mesures pour l'année 2009-2010

Québec’s International Policy, released in 2006, provides insights on this environment in light of our interests and strives to achieve five eminently relevant objectives: 1. Strengthening Québec’s action and influence 2. Fostering Québec’s growth and prosperity 3. Contributing to the security of Québec and the North American continent 4. Promoting the identity and culture of Québec 5. Contributin [...] Focal Point 5 tHe GoVernMent oF QuÉbec’S caPacitY For action anD inFluence, anD international SoliDaritY To carry out its efforts to increase its capacity for action and influence internationally and contribute to the cause of international solidarity, Québec possesses expertise that is recognized by its multilateral and bilateral partners. [...] Of note are the opening of bureaus in India (Mumbai) and Brazil (São Paulo), the up-grading of the Atlanta, Berlin, Munich and Rome offices, and Québec’s increased presence in China (Beijing and Shanghai), Japan (Tokyo), Italy (Milan) and the United States (Washington and Los Angeles). [...] Ministère des Ressources naturelles et de la Faune continue Québec’s security-related efforts • Support the role of the Centre de gestion de l’information de sécurité by contributing to the security of Québec and the North American continent; • Ensure effective management of strategic information, rapid and coordinated response in the event of a threat; • Maintain collaboration with international [...] Ministère des Relations internationales 20 Québec’s international Policy • 2009-2014 action Plan QuÉbec’S international PolicY 2009-2014 action Plan Measures for 2009-2010 Focal Point4 tHe iMPact oF QuÉbec anD itS culture abroaD Heighten Québec’s cultural presence internationally • Support the international initiatives of Québec’s cultural sector; • Foster tours by artists and the presence of Québ