on January 9, 2016 in World News
Justin Trudeau advised to deepen ties with Saudi Arabia, brace for change in Iran
Advice contained in PM’s briefing book explains why Liberals are standing by $15B arms deal with Saudis By Mike Blanchfield, The Canadian Press Federal officials have told Prime Minister Justin Trudeau that Canada’s strategic interest would be well served by strengthening economic ties with oil-rich Saudi Arabia because of its powerful position in the Persian Gulf. That advice sheds light on why the Liberals are rejecting calls to cancel a $15-billion sale of armoured vehicles to Saudi Arabia following its execution last weekend of 47 people, including a prominent Shiite cleric. ANALYSIS | Saudi muscle-flexing will really mess up the Middle East… View Article
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