G7 must adjust to the reality of a multipolar world
If, as Canadians, we want to make a serious contribution to a better world, rather than sounding like an echo for U.S. interests, our government could focus much more on working to restore a healthy and forward-looking multilateralism.
How Canada can foster deeper ties with African continent
The conviction that Africa could occupy a leading role in this century, not in terms of power, but in terms of importance, is spreading around the world. Canada must take note.
Budget yet to be considered for Africa framework, as concern over ‘siloed’ approach mounts
‘This looks to me like, once again, we’re putting Africa on the backburner,’ says NDP MP Heather McPherson about the government’s delay in putting forward an African engagement plan.
India raises concerns over diplomatic security, wants Canadian missions ‘better secured’
India is the latest of a handful of countries to raise concerns about diplomatic protection in Canada.
A place in the sun: diplomatically navigating a new normal
Over the last eight months, I have been on a journey of self-discovery as the accompanying spouse to a Canadian diplomat on posting.
Visa requirements not a solution to U.S. migrant concerns, says new Mexican envoy
In a wide-ranging interview, Mexican Ambassador Carlos Joaquín González talks American migrant concerns, tourism rebounds, energy disputes, and an upcoming Three Amigos summit.
Agriculture to be included in interim trade pact, says Indian envoy
High Commissioner Verma says India is eager to finalize an early stage trade deal, but isn’t proposing any timelines for completion.
Canada looks to learn from Security Council campaign blunders in bid for UN human rights body
Canada is only the second country that has indicated it will run for a seat for the 2028-2030 term on the UN Human Rights Council.
A new bill wants to shed light on political prisoner advocacy, but feds worry about harm
Changes to Bill C-281 will give the foreign affairs minister broad redaction powers to limit information being publicized about prisoners around the world Canada is working to see released.
Canada has a role to play in the South Caucasus
Canada should open an embassy in Azerbaijan because without diplomatic representation, we lose the chance to discover the real pluralism in Azerbaijani society.
