Canada appoints new special envoy to Syria
DAMASCUS, Syria (North Press) – Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Friday the appointment of MP Omar Alghabra—Member of Parliament for Mississauga Centre—as Canada’s new special envoy to Syria.
The Prime Minister’s Office stated, “After decades of atrocities committed by the Assad regime, its rule has come to an end, starting a new chapter for Syria.”
Trudeau emphasized that during this transitional period, Canada remains steadfast in its support for the Syrian people’s quest for a just and inclusive society.
Alghabra will advise both the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly on Canada’s initiatives to address Syria’s urgent needs and to foster a peaceful, inclusive future.
He will engage with a wide array of stakeholders—including experts, regional leaders, and international partners—to promote transparent governance and the protection of human rights, according to the statement.
Alghabra, of Syrian descent himself, brings extensive parliamentary experience, having first been elected in 2006. His previous roles include serving as parliamentary secretary to the Prime Minister, the Minister of International Trade Diversification, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, as well as a term as Minister of Transport in 2021.