The question is no longer whether deeper engagement with Africa makes sense. Parliament has answered that. The question now is whether Canada is prepared to act with the consistency, seriousness, and confidence that true partnership requires.
ISG Senator Peter Boehm, left, and PSG Senator Peter Harder, are chair and vice-chair, respectfully, of the Standing Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Trade. The committee this month released a report entitled, “Canada-Africa: seizing a strategic opportunity.” The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
