Feds say Africa strategy ready ‘very soon,’ but no date offered
The wait for Canada’s long-anticipated strategy grows longer as African envoys lament Ottawa’s absence on the continent.
Climate finance should target resilient food systems
In the coming months, the government will release a new international climate finance package. We are asking for it to support small-scale food producers in the Global South in adapting to climate change, writes Carol Thiessen.
Progress towards partnership: Canada taking strides on African engagement
It is imperative that these announcements are just the opening note and not the crescendo of Canada’s approach to engaging with the continent.
Feds recommit to Africa strategy as observers anxious to see long-awaited plan
The feds say $230-million in funding for various diplomacy, development, and trade programs are the ‘first deliverables’ in what will become Canada’s Africa strategy.
Tax fairness for whom? Canadian negotiators present roadblocks in reforming global tax rules
The UN Tax Convention is a long-awaited and promising process, and Canada needs to stop standing in its way.
UNGA 2024: global mobility a top-of-mind concern
By continuing to invest in public-private partnerships, the international community can ensure that the benefits of global mobility are not only preserved but enhanced for generations to come.
We can end the global food crisis through collective action
The time is now for a co-ordinated effort between governments, international financial institutions, the private sector, the humanitarian community, and the public.
Canada must support Kashmir’s fight for self-determination
During this election in Kashmir, 15 countries will be participating as observers, but Canada is absent.
Canada must act after 500 days of suffering in Sudan
Now is the time for Canadians to live up to our legacy of supporting global human rights, and providing humanitarian aid by taking action to help alleviate the crisis in Sudan.
GAC’s ability to perform essential duties, sustain foreign presence threatened by financial crunch: memo
As billions of dollars get invested in Canada’s defence, Ottawa’s other international apparatus is being left behind, say current and former diplomats.
