Beijing's embassy in Ottawa said the executions were due to drug crimes and noted that China does not recognize dual citizenship.

China's embassy in Ottawa confirmed Wednesday that Beijing executed Canadian citizens earlier this year. The embassy told the Associated Press that China does not recognize dual citizenship. "The ...

Four Canadians were executed in China on drug-related charges earlier this year, Canadian authorities have confirmed. All of ...

The Chinese responded in tones of indignation that showed the futility of begging for mercy. The Canadian Broadcasting Company quoted the Chinese embassy in Ottawa urging “the Canadian side to respect ...

the four Canadians were also dual Chinese citizens – a status that Beijing does not recognise. The Chinese embassy in Ottawa told Canadian media that the four had been granted a fair trial and ...

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China strongly deplores and opposes this and has lodged solemn representations with the Canadian side," the embassy said ... the G7 diplomats accused Beijing of "illicit, provocative, coercive ...

The embassy spokesperson said Beijing “fully guaranteed the rights and interests of the Canadian nationals concerned,” and urged Canada’s government to “stop making irresponsible remarks.” ...