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This report responds to the government's commitments & reflects the goals set by Parliament to improve accountability for results. Gives a departmental overview with mandate (to conduct diplomatic & consular relations; conduct official communications with other governments & international organizations; manage international negotiations; co-ordinate Canada's economic relations; foster the expansion of international trade; administer the foreign service; & foster the development of international law & its application in Canada's external relations), program objective, strategic priorities, business & service lines, & organization composition. Next follows a look at performance comparing expectations & accomplishments, then supplementary information including financial summary tables.