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Conflict risks and diplomatic opportunities in the time of pandemic

April 27, 2020

Renewed diplomatic efforts from some Gulf States The International Crisis Group has launched a new area of study on the potential impact of the coronavirus on deadly conflict: Much remains uncertain, but it is already clear that the pandemic could cause enormous damage in fragile states, trigger unrest and undermine international crisis management systems. One […]

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WHO is a vital international organization we all must defend

April 20, 2020

We commend Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for joining with other G7 leaders in support of the WHO and its vital role in confronting the pandemic and call for that support to include appropriate additional funding.

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Iran and “medical terrorism” in the time of pandemic

March 23, 2020

In the name of basic humanity, Canada must add its diplomatic voice to those already urging the USA to lift its sanctions on Iran for the duration of the pandemic and join with others in providing direct humanitarian assistance.

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