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Chrétien Warns U.S. at Gander 9/11 Ceremony
At the 25th anniversary of 9/11 in Gander, former Canadian prime minister Jean Chrétien warned the United States not to mistake Canada’s generosity for weakness, emphasizing Canada’s resolve and mutual friendship even amid trade tensions with the U.S. and a high-profile reception for U.S. officials, including Pete Hoekstra, at the ceremony.
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About Jean Chrétien
Joseph Jacques Jean Chrétien is a Canadian lawyer and former politician who served as the 20th prime minister of Canada from 1993 to 2003. He served as leader of the Liberal Party from 1990 to 2003 and as leader of the Official Opposition from 1990 to 1993.
Everything about Jean Chrétien →- Occupation
- politician, lawyer, diplomat, autobiographer
- Position held
- Prime Minister of Canada, Leader of the Official Opposition, Deputy Prime Minister of Canada, Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources
- Citizenship
- Canada
- Born
- January 11, 1934