The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Saturday that it has taken countermeasures against two Canadian organizations and 20 individuals associated with them. These measures became effective on December 21, 2024.
The targeted organizations are the Uyghur Rights Advocacy Project and the Canada-Tibet Committee. Under the new restrictions, China has frozen the movable and immovable assets of both entities within its borders. Additionally, Chinese individuals and organizations are now prohibited from engaging in any transactions or cooperating with these Canadian entities.
Regarding the 20 individuals affected, the Chinese government has similarly frozen their assets in the country and barred any transactions or collaborations. These individuals will also be ineligible for visas and entry into China, including its special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macao.
The list of affected personnel includes 15 members from the Uyghur Rights Advocacy Project, such as Executive Director Mehmet Tohti, Director of Policy and Advocacy Jasmine Kainth, and legal advisors David Matas, Sarah Teich, among others. From the Canada-Tibet Committee, five individuals are impacted, including Chair Samphe Lhalungpa, Vice Chair Luisa Durante, and Executive Director Sherap Therchin.
These developments highlight the ongoing complexities in international relations and the evolving dynamics between China and Canadian organizations focused on human rights and advocacy.
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China takes countermeasures against 2 Canadian institutions, 20 people
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