Canada has one of the best diplomatic staffs in the world. Known for their fairness and professionalism they work for Canadians of all stripes. The Harper Government has made a huge mistake in appointing a novice to the post of Ambassador to Israel.
This is probably one of the most important and difficult positions to be held by any diplomatic standards. Based in the hot spot in the middle east one has to be able to tread lightly and respect a fairness in dealing with the many powers in the neighbourhood.
This newly appointed person has publicly stated on her acceptance that she is tunnel visioned when it comes to Israel. WE will have a difficult time working with the other nations there when you signal that Canada is only interested in Israel. What about the people in the area? Do they not count to us or they just people not worthy of our support?
I would think that we are following the lead of the USA and the right wing conservatives that have one view of the middle east. Sad appointment and we will pay dearly for this one more mistake of this unimaginative government.
The solution would have been to appoint one of our senior ,well trained and intelligent diplomats of which we have plenty. amen.
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