A ministry communiqué confirms that The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments: Angad Singh Dhillon will become Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the United Arab Emirates. Mr. Dhillon will replace Radha Krishna Panday. Carmen Sorger will become Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Republic of Cuba. Ms. Sorger will replace Marianick Tremblay. The announcements were made on the Government of Canada website on September 25, 2026.
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The appointments represent a standard rotation of Canada’s diplomatic corps. The statement does not mention the duration of either ambassador’s tenure. This action, following a similar announcement on September 17, 2026, underscores a continued emphasis on strengthening bilateral relations with key partners in the Middle East and Latin America. The shift to a new Ambassador to the UAE highlights the ongoing importance of the country as a trade and investment partner for Canada. The appointment of a new Ambassador to Cuba is notable given the evolving political dynamics in the region, though the statement does not address the specific considerations driving this decision. The previous announcement on September 1, 2026, similarly focused on the naming of a new Ambassador to Thailand, signaling a sustained effort to bolster diplomatic engagement across diverse geographic areas. The statement does not address the rationale for the departure of Radha Krishna Panday or Marianick Tremblay.
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