Will Canada support changes to international law on gender persecution?
Putting legal weight behind the push for the Taliban to recognize the human rights of women and girls is one step towards accountability for its crimes.
‘Absolutely the wrong direction’: feds respond to calls for more money for foreign ministry with budget cuts
Global Affairs Canada will be subject to three fiscal years of mounting cuts of $118-million in 2024-25, $179-million in 2025-26, and $243-million in 2026-27, according to the latest main estimates.
Minister Hussen needs to reverse his UNRWA decision, or resign, or both
It is essential for International Development Minister Ahmed Hussen to unequivocally reaffirm Canada’s dedication to humanitarian aid in Gaza, and clearly state that charities partnering with UNRWA can proceed with their vital work.
‘Shrinking’ political, practical capacity stunts Canada’s engagement in the Middle East, say experts
A GAC official told the House Foreign Affairs Committee in December that Canada’s Middle East strategy has ‘evolved to reflect Canada’s priorities in the region.’
In an unstable world, Canada’s steady hand could cement its legacy
This government must continue to invest in and champion the health and rights of women and girls everywhere while pushing back on the false dichotomy between foreign and domestic priorities.
Wait for Africa plan brings questions over Canada’s commitment to continent
‘The longer this is delayed, the less chance that it is going to have any lingering impact,’ says the University of Calgary’s Chris W.J. Roberts.
What do humanitarians see when we look back over 2023?
We’ve seen some gains to improve the humanitarian system so that in the future, fewer people will need our help, but we feel the Canadian government can and should do more.
Political will and departmental culture change needed to reform foreign service, says Senate committee chair
The current fiscal constraints underpinning the federal government clash with a new report calling for a reinvestment in Canada’s foreign service.
Temporary Israel-Hamas truce unlikely to pave way for longer ceasefire, say foreign policy experts, as hostage-prisoner exchange begins
Canada’s two priorities during this temporary ceasefire should be to evacuate citizens, and to provide humanitarian aid, says expert Thomas Juneau. But ‘there’s no scope’ for Canada to become a mediator.
Canada muted as Sudan humanitarian crisis mounts
Canada isn’t alone in being accused of ignoring the conflict in Sudan, as much of the world’s focus is pulled to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.
