Canada strongly condemned China for the recent execution of four Canadians on drug charges. The individuals were sentenced to death in 2019 after being convicted of trafficking large quantities of drugs. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau described the executions as “arbitrary and cruel punishment” and expressed deep concern over China’s lack of transparency throughout the legal process.
The four Canadians were among a group of foreign nationals who were arrested in connection with a drug trafficking ring. According to reports, they were denied access to legal representation and faced a trial marred by irregularities. The timing of the executions, which came amid escalating tensions between China and Canada, has raised concerns about whether they were politically motivated.
In response to the executions, Canada’s Foreign Minister Marc Garneau summoned China’s ambassador to express the government’s outrage. Garneau emphasized that Canada opposes the death penalty in all cases and reiterated the country’s commitment to advocating for human rights and the rule of law around the world.
The executions have sparked outrage and condemnation from human rights groups and foreign governments. Amnesty International has called on China to halt the use of the death penalty and ensure fair trial rights for all individuals. The European Union and the United States have also criticized China for the executions, with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken describing them as “unjust” and a violation of international norms.
The ongoing diplomatic dispute between Canada and China, which began with the arrest of a Chinese tech executive in Vancouver in 2018, has strained relations between the two countries. Canada’s condemnation of the executions is likely to further escalate tensions and could have implications for future diplomatic relations.
Source
Note: The image is for illustrative purposes only and is not the original image of the presented article.
