Nicholas Coghlan
Nicholas Coghlan is a former head of Canada’s diplomatic mission in Sudan, known for his insights into the complex geopolitical landscape of the region. He has commented on the responsibilities Canada holds regarding arms exports, particularly in light of the ongoing conflict in Sudan and the implications of Canadian-owned companies supplying military equipment to parties involved in human rights violations.
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Nicholas Coghlan, a former top Canadian diplomat in Sudan, commented on how the Iran conflict could affect Western pressure on the UAE.
Middle East war could force Gulf states to pivot from Africa
Canada· 2026-03-05
Nicholas Coghlan, a former head of Canada’s diplomatic mission in Sudan, has told The Globe that Canada would have an obligation to prosecute the Canadian owner of Streit if the export of the company’s vehicles to Sudan is confirmed.
Ottawa reviewing two Canadian-owned companies over Sudan linksCanada· 2025-11-25
Nicholas Coghlan is a former Canadian diplomat in Sudan who commented on the ongoing fighting between the RSF and Sudan’s military.
Tens of thousands trapped in Sudan’s Darfur city with no safe escape after militia victoryCanada· 2025-11-07
Nicholas Coghlan, who was Canada’s top diplomat in Sudan from 2000 to 2003, said the statement by Ms. Anand was 'disappointingly weak.'
Canada urged to take stronger action on Sudan as killings escalateCanada· 2025-10-30
Former Canadian senior diplomat Nicholas Coghlan commented on the rise of Hemedti's influence in Sudan.
The war in Sudan is the world’s biggest humanitarian crisis. Here’s how it started and the toll so farCanada· 2025-10-02
Nicholas Coghlan, a former head of Canada’s diplomatic mission in Sudan, commented on Canada's obligations regarding Streit vehicles.
Armoured vehicles from Canadian-owned company deployed in Sudan’s war zonesCanada· 2025-08-26
