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ARTICLE · 10 JULY 2026

Québec's New International Policy: Six Things To Know

Québec's new international policy marks a strategic pivot toward economic diversification and expanded global engagement. As the province seeks to reduce its dependence on US markets and assert...

CanadaInternational Law

On June 16, 2026, the Government of Québec unveiled its new international policy, entitled “Un Québec fiable dans un monde en bouleversement.”1 Presented by Québec’s premier, Christine Fréchette, and Québec’s minister of International Relations and Francophonie, Christopher Skeete, the Policy marks the first major update since 2017 and signals a significant shift in Québec's approach to international affairs.2

Against a backdrop of global uncertainty, including US trade tensions, the war in Ukraine and the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI), Québec is redefining its international strategy and priorities through the lens of national interest. The implications for businesses and investors are significant: Québec’s economy generates more than CA$600 billion in GDP and nearly CA$180 billion in exports annually (2025 figures).3

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