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Statement on the arrest and detention of Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor

21.12.2018
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Statement by the Spokesperson on the arrest and detention of Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor

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The declared motive for the arrest and detention of Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor, both Canadian nationals, raises concerns about legitimate research and business practices in China. The denial of access to a lawyer under their status of detention is contrary to the right of defence.

The European Union calls on the Chinese authorities to answer these concerns. The EU supports the efforts of the Canadian Government.

As raised at the EU-China Human Rights Dialogue in July 2018, the EU has concerns about the implementation of the NGO law and its impact on our people-to-people relations and the operations of international NGOs operating in China.

Category
Statements by the Spokesperson
Location

Bruxelles

Editorial sections
EEAS
Asia
China
North America
Canada