More clarity needed on Canada’s engagement plan with Africa, say advocates and experts
Some are calling on the federal government to combine its plans for African engagement into a comprehensive strategy.
‘Ambassador to the ambassadors’ leaves post after navigating diplomatic upheaval
From state visits to monarch’s funerals to ‘bicycle diplomacy,’ outgoing chief of protocol Stewart Wheeler reflects on four and half years on diplomacy’s front line.
Critics urge Ottawa to re-evaluate unwavering UN support for Israel
‘It’s one thing to say you are concerned, but the real measure of your concern is in United Nations votes,’ says University of Western Ontario law professor Michael Lynk.
Trudeau should ‘speak out more loudly’ against Israel’s judicial reforms, says former ambassador
Former Canadian ambassador to Israel Jon Allen says Israel’s planned judicial reforms threaten the future of a two-state solution.
11-month delay in appointing German envoy the latest prolonged ambassadorial vacancy
‘[Not] having an ambassador there for that long of time sends a very bad signal to the Germans,’ says former senior diplomat Guy Saint-Jacques.
Strengthening Canada-India relations: a shared journey for global progress
The time for a stronger Canada-India partnership is now. Let’s embark on a shared journey towards global progress, guided by the principles of democracy, compassion, and the belief that the world is indeed one family.
Global Affairs knows it needs to embrace risk and become nimble, but can it change?
A Global Affairs discussion paper keyed in on the need to strengthen the role of Canadian mission heads around the globe, as observers note authority has become increasingly centralized.
French Ambassador hosts blow-out Bastille Day BBQ
More than 1,200 politicos, diplomats, and francophones flocked to the French Embassy on July 14 for a night of fine food and fireworks.
Blind dates: celebrating Canada abroad requires a flexible calendar
There isn’t a better metaphor than Kenny Rogers’ 1978 hit for knowing when to celebrate our country’s birthday and show a little bit of soft power abroad.
Security breach at Turkish Embassy in 2020 triggered threat review
The security breach harkened back to previous incidents of violence against Turkish diplomats in Ottawa.
