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Canada Condemns Hong Kong's Arrest Warrants for Activists

7/28/2025

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Ottawa has strongly denounced Hong Kong's arrest warrants for 19 overseas activists, including Canadians, viewing it as a direct threat to Canadian sovereignty. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree expressed deep concern over this alarming escalation of Beijing's tactics, as these activists face charges for advocating self-determination in Hong Kong.

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Ottawa has strongly denounced Hong Kong's arrest warrants for 19 overseas activists, including Canadians, viewing it as a direct threat to Canadian sovereignty. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree expressed deep concern over this alarming escalation of Beijing's tactics, as these activists face charges for advocating self-determination in Hong Kong.