Arrests, anger and court battles -- the case of Meng WanzhouHuawei chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou leaves court in Vancouver after an extradition hearing in AugustNEW YORK - The 2018 arrest in Vancouver of Huawei chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou on a US warrant, followed by China's detention of two Canadians, sparked an unprecedented dispute between Beijing and Ottawa. Here are the key dates in the case:- Wanted: Meng Wanzhou -In August 2018, a New York court issues an arrest warrant for Meng, Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei's number two, dubbed the "Princess of Huawei." - Meng's arrest -On December 1, Meng is arrested at the request of US authorities as she changes planes in Vancouver. The arrests are widely seen by observers as retaliation for Meng's detention. On September 24, Meng reaches a deal with US prosecutors to avoid felony fraud charges, and is granted release in a Vancouver court hearing.
Source: Bangkok Post September 25, 2021 02:26 UTC