OTTAWA: On November 04, 2024, Ambassador Hassan Soroosh participated and spoke in the Afghanistan-Canada Dialogue on Media Censorship under the Taliban which was co-organized by the Dashty Foundation and a number of Afghan and Canadian platforms in the parliament

Ambassador Soroosh spoke about the current tragic situation under the Taliban including the worsening media landscape which was once a vibrant and flourishing sector and a hallmark of a progressive society during the Republic.

Ambassador Soroosh and other speakers discussed ways to support the Afghan media outlets and journalists both within Afghanistan and beyond. They also discussed the importance of greater collective accountability measures with a view to make the Taliban accountable for their repressive actions.

Ambassador Soroosh expressed his gratitude to the government of Canada and friends of Afghanistan in the house and senate for their sustained commitment and engagement in support of the people of Afghanistan particularly women and girls.

The Embassy also hosted a dinner in honor of the organizers and participants of the event.