Planned Foreign Affairs Committee study on Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank hangs in limbo
Some observers say the current moment is the wrong time for the Foreign Affairs Committee to engage in this work amid escalated tensions in the wake of Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
Slovak envoy trumpets new Canadian Embassy, downplays shift in Ukrainian support
In a wide-ranging interview, Slovak Ambassador to Canada Viera Grigová discusses military aid to Ukraine, Canada’s transformed mission in Bratislava, and NATO defence spending.
Diplomatic removals will stunt work of Canada’s High Commission in India: former envoy
India has argued that it is seeking ‘parity’ in calling for the withdrawal of around 40 Canadian diplomats.
Speaker Rota resigns after parliamentary ovation for Nazi veteran leaves international ‘black eye’ on Canada, say observers
A new Speaker of the House will be elected after Sept. 27, in the wake of Anthony Rota’s resignation amid the fallout from his invitation and recognition of a former member of an SS division in the House Chamber on Sept. 22.
After 95 years, Canada and Japan turn the page on a new chapter
The Canadian and the Japanese people have had the wisdom and courage to overcome challenges and build a strong friendship since diplomatic relations were established in 1928.
Burgundy book no blessing at the border
Canada Border Services agents couldn’t care less when they see a diplomatic passport, and this antipathy to the issuing of one’s credentials should warm the hearts of every Canadian.
Canada-India relationship hits low point as policy differences at G20 summit overshadow trade
‘There are some fundamental issues that have been weighing on this relationship for a long time that make it hard to take it to the next level,’ says trade consultant Eric Miller.
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.
