In reversal, Anand says Ottawa will restore envoy for women, peace and security

OTTAWA — Ottawa will restore the position of envoy for women, peace and security in the coming weeks, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said on Thursday, reversing a decision that allowed the position to expire more than a year ago.

Speaking at the Ottawa Civic Space Summit, Anand said the role links Canada’s longtime support for sexual rights and combating gender-based violence with a new focus on defence.

“In the coming weeks I hope to announce a new women, peace and security ambassador for Canada,” Anand said. “This is an area where we’re able to combine the importance of women and girls in our foreign policy with defence and security.”

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