Diplomatic Circles: Canada needs to play larger global role after ‘sluggish’ response to COVID-19 IP waiver, says new South African envoy, by neilrmoss cdnpoli (subs)
South African High Commissioner Rieaz Shaik presented his letter of credence to Governor General Mary Simon on April 27—South Africa's Freedom Day. He previously had diplomatic postings as ambassador to Algeria and consul general in Hamburg, Germany.
After reaching a limited agreement to address intellectual property barriers hindering greater distribution of COVID-19 preventing products, Ottawa was “sluggish” to help find a solution, says South Africa’s newest envoy to Canada.Enjoy unlimited website access and the digital newspaper.
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