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Luthfi Dhofier

Luthfi Dhofier is president of the Canadian International Council (CIC) Vancouver and CEO of Meridian Gate Advisory. He has co-authored and edited two books on human security. He writes on international affairs and trade.


Why joining the EU would undermine Canada’s global autonomy

Joining the bloc would undermine Canada’s global autonomy precisely at a moment when independence and flexibility are strategic assets. Ottawa must deepen its partnership with the EU without joining it, while continuing to build partnerships abroad as an independent middle power. 

opinion | BY LUTHFI DHOFIER | April 27, 2026