With expulsion of diplomat is Canada finally getting tough with China? Canada will pay a price. But it is a price worth paying to defend democratic principles and the role of politicians to act without fear of foreign influence. StarEditorial
Accused of targeting Conservative MP Michael Chong, he was declared “persona non grata” by the Canadian government, thus ending his diplomatic status here in the country.The action came after drawn-out deliberations as politicians and bureaucrats weighed what to do in the face of inevitable retaliation by Beijing.
It was not, as the prime minister noted, a decision to be made lightly, especially considering the certainty that China will inflict some price for this action. “Should the Canadian side continue to make provocations, China will play along every step of the way until the very end,” a statement from the Chinese embassy in Ottawa declared.Remember that the regime held two Canadians – Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor – for more than 1,000 days to use as bargaining chipsBut the alternative, to do nothing, was not an option.
This a welcome assertion and a necessary step. However, the government’s action would been more forceful and sincere had it occurred when the activities of the Toronto-based Chinese diplomat first became known.
France Dernières Nouvelles, France Actualités
Similar News:Vous pouvez également lire des articles d'actualité similaires à celui-ci que nous avons collectés auprès d'autres sources d'information.
Canada seeks entry into AUKUS alliance to help keep China in checkSources suggest the Department of Global Affairs and the Privy Council Office continue to work to sign up Canada in the non-nuclear aspect of the trilateral security pact
Lire la suite »
Canada readies for trade retaliation from ChinaThe expulson of Chinese diplomat Zhao Wei raises fears China may impose agricultural import restrictions on Canadian farmers
Lire la suite »
Morning Update: Canada and China expel diplomats over foreign interference disputeChinese diplomat Zhao Wei was part of efforts by the Chinese government to target Conservative MP Michael Chong and his family
Lire la suite »
Read these books to improve your understanding of China-Canada relationsBooks shed light on the rising superpower amid the election interference row
Lire la suite »