June 13, 2023
1 min read

Canada begins probe into China meddling claims

The investigation is one of more than 100 current RCMP probes looking into foreign interference within Canada…reports Asian Lite News

Police in Canada have launched a probe into claims that China sought to intimidate MP Michael Chong and his family, the media reported.

Addressing a parliamentary committee here on Tuesday, Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) interim commissioner Michael Duheme said that the force was only made aware of the allegation connected to Chong via Canadian media, reports the BBC.

A series of media reports, many based on leaked intelligence briefings and information accusing China of attempting to interfere in Canadian elections, have been published in recent months.

“When we were made aware of it, we approached Chong and began the investigation,” Duheme told federal lawmakers.

The investigation is one of more than 100 current RCMP probes looking into foreign interference within Canada, he added.

Canada’s intelligence agency believes Beijing sought details about Chong and his relatives in Hong Kong in an effort to deter “anti-China positions”, the BBC reported.

It came after the politician put forward a motion in Parliament in 2021 that declared China’s treatment of its ethnic Uyghur minority population a genocide.

China denied the accusations and sanctioned Chong shortly after.

Last month, Canada expelled a Chinese diplomat over the allegations.

Meanwhile, the RCMP is also assisting poll officials with investigating allegations of meddling by China in the last two federal elections.

ALSO READ: Canada’s silence on Khalistan issue may back fire on economy

Previous Story

SOAS Hosts Palki Sharma for Discussion on Indian Foreign Policy

Next Story

Top US commerce official pins hopes on Modi’s visit

Latest from -Top News

China Welcomes Modi’s ‘Positive Remarks’ on Ties

PM Modi emphasised that cooperation between India and China is essential for global stability and prosperity, advocating for healthy competition rather than conflict….reports Asian Lite News China on Monday said it “appreciates”

Pakistan Sticks to April 1 Deportation Plan

Over 800,000 ACC-holding Afghans face uncertainty as Pakistan rejects Kabul’s request to delay deportations….reports Asian Lite News Pakistan has firmly rejected the Afghan Taliban’s request to extend the deadline for deporting Afghan

Sunita Williams to Land Back on Earth Tomorrow

The duo has been on the ISS since June after their Boeing Starliner, on its maiden crewed flight, suffered propulsion issues and was deemed unfit for return….reports Asian Lite News After spending
Go toTop

Don't Miss

India again refrains from extending support to China’s BRI

India has said that although connectivity is very important, the

Wang Yi, Lavrov discuss Ukraine, Afghanistan

The diplomats also agreed to confront the politicization of sports