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Indian-Origin Angad Singh Dhillon Appointed Canada's Ambassador to UAE
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News18•29-09-2026, 07:33
Indian-Origin Angad Singh Dhillon Appointed Canada's Ambassador to UAE
- •Angad Singh Dhillon, 35, an Indian-origin man from Ludhiana, Punjab, has been appointed Canada’s Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates.
- •Dhillon, who moved to Canada in 2010 for higher studies, expressed his love for Punjab but affirmed his loyalty to Canada, where he serves.
- •He previously served as a close adviser to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, supporting diplomatic relationships with key partners like India and China.
- •Dhillon pursued his schooling in Mohali and Pune before earning his bachelor’s degree in international relations from Mount Allison University in Canada.
- •He has also served as Chief of Staff to two federal cabinet ministers and supported Canada’s participation in international forums like G7, G20, and UN General Assembly.
Key Questions Answered
Angad Singh Dhillon is a 35-year-old Indian-origin man who was appointed as Canada’s Ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary to the United Arab Emirates.
He hails from Punjab, with his ancestral family roots tracing back to Ghungrana village in Ludhiana district and his birthplace in Chandigarh.
He moved to Canada in 2010 at the age of 19 for higher studies, earning his bachelor's degree in international relations from Mount Allison University in New Brunswick.
