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- 1Canada's Foreign Minister Addresses UN General Assembly Debate▼Minister for Foreign Affairs of Canada Addresses 81st Session of General Assembly Debate
Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs took the floor at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, delivering the country's statement as part of the annual general debate. The address comes as world leaders use the high-level week to lay out their governments' positions on conflicts, climate and multilateral cooperation.
- 2Canada Announces Sanctions Targeting Iranian Officials at UNGA●“Canada Stands For Human Rights” Anita Anand Announces Sanctions Targeting Iran Officials At UNGA
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand announced new Canadian sanctions targeting Iranian officials during the UN General Assembly, framing the move as Canada standing for human rights. The announcement was made on the sidelines of the gathering in New York and signals Ottawa's continued pressure on Tehran over human rights concerns. The measure adds Canada to international efforts holding Iranian officials accountable.