Rieaz Shaik
CanadadiplomatMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Rieaz Shaik is the High Commissioner of South Africa to Canada, advocating for enhanced diplomatic relations and trade between South Africa and Canada. He has emphasized the need for Canada to bolster its diplomatic presence in Africa and to increase investments in development finance to address the continent's pressing economic challenges, particularly during a time of global financial strain.
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Rieaz Shaik laments the cuts to Canada peacekeepers, highlighting the impact on South Africa.
Big trouble in South Africa’s motor cityThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-09-14
Canada· 2026-09-14
South Africa’s High Commissioner to Canada Rieaz Shaik told a Senate committee last December that Ottawa needs an adequate number of diplomats on the continent.
Ontario Liberal MP fears Ottawa will soon release a cash-poor Africa strategyThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2025-02-18
Canada· 2025-02-18
