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Benin: Canada sets up an embassy in Cotonou

Benin: Canada sets up an embassy in Cotonou

Canada now has an embassy in Benin, marking a significant turning point in bilateral relations between the two countries. This decision, announced by the Canadian authorities, elevates the Canadian diplomatic representation to the rank of embassy with residence in Cotonou. For Cotonou, the creation of this embassy symbolizes Canada’s confidence …

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Canada to summon Russian ambassador over ‘hateful’ tweets towards LGBT+ community

Canada to summon Russian ambassador over 'hateful' tweets towards LGBT+ community

Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly asked her services on Monday to summon the Russian ambassador to Ottawa, Oleg Stepanov, following a series of anti-LGBT+ tweets, including one targeting an openly lesbian federal minister. Messages posted by the Russian Embassy’s Twitter account echo the Duma’s adoption last week of a bill …

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