Canada must continue to deal with China despite persistent concerns about the country’s human rights record at home — and new evidence of its efforts to force the return of dissidents living abroad. 26:35hostage diplomacyLaura Harth of Safeguard Defenders told House Most countries – including Canada – are reluctant to pursue these tactics. Her group said it found seven cases of people living in Canada who were approached by Chinese agents. “You know, I would say that the US is sitting there fighting a fierce battle with China. Still, South Keewell said Canada has other options in Asia — other countries offering new markets and alliances to counterbalance China.

Source: CBC News January 22, 2022 18:06 UTC