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Canada must support establishment of UN Permanent Forum for People of African Descent

It matters because Canada has long claimed a global reputation of standing up for human rights and protecting the interest and rights of those whom it has long historical grievances with, which includes people of African descent.

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Canada must support establishment of UN Permanent Forum for People of African Descent

It matters because Canada has long claimed a global reputation of standing up for human rights and protecting the interest and rights of those whom it has long historical grievances with, which includes people of African descent.

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