China Indicts 2 Detained Canadians On Espionage Charges

China Indicts 2 Detained Canadians On Espionage Charges

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The video discusses the diplomatic tension between Canada and China following Canada's 2018 arrest of a Wowway executive. In response, China charged Canadians Michael Kovrig and Michael Spafford with espionage. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed disappointment and vowed to advocate for their release, emphasizing collaboration with international allies. The video also highlights related incidents, including China's sentencing of two Canadians to death for drug trafficking and trade restrictions on Canadian canola, which China claims are unrelated to the Wowway case.

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What was the reason behind the charges against Michael Kovrig and Michael Spafford?

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What did the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson say about the evidence against Kovrig and Spafford?

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How did Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau respond to the charges?

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What is the significance of the arbitrary detention issue mentioned by Trudeau?

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What actions did China take against Canada in relation to the arrest of the Wowway executive?

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