Canadian ambassadors are the
eyes, ears and voice of Canada on the world stage. In this insightful, candid,
and at times humorous look at the role and many responsibilities of the men and
women in our foreign service, nineteen Canadian ambassadors - (high
commissioners in Commonwealth countries) - reflect on the diplomacy required,
the clash of cultures, and occasionally dangerous conditions encountered in the
service of their country.
Canadian interests in the Americas, Europe,
Asia, Africa and the Caribbean, as well as other parts of the globe are also
discussed, whether they are political or trade related, have to do with foreign
aid, culture, immigration, security, or peace-keeping, as well as a host of
other worldwide concerns. So too, is the role played by our foreign service in
offering assistance to Canadians travelling or working in foreign countries.
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