Canada increases Gulf diplomacy to push for peace and reopening of Strait of Hormuz
“Diplomacy is the art of the possible,” Canada's Foreign Minister Anita Anand said. That has been at the heart of talks with regional partners aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East, opposing Iranian aggression and restoring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. She spoke to The National in Dubai, with her visit to the UAE intended to reinforce Canada's opposition to Iranian attacks…
Canada's Foreign Minister Anita Anand has been actively engaging in diplomacy with regional partners to promote peace and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. She emphasized Canada's commitment to opposing Iranian aggression, safeguarding freedom of navigation, and supporting the complete reopening of the strait, which is crucial for global energy supplies and trade.
During her visit to the UAE, Anand met with the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister to discuss bilateral ties and regional stability. Both countries have been strengthening their diplomatic engagement as tensions have escalated. In addition to trade, Canada has expressed concern over the attacks on Saudi Arabia and the broader regional conduct of Iran, including its record on human rights.
Canada has imposed sanctions on Iran for alleged rights abuses and repression, listing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist entity under Canadian law. Anand highlighted Canada's humanitarian assistance efforts in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, where the country aims to continue working with regional partners to support stability and international law.
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