Police co-operation with China comes without guardrails
A recent memorandum of understanding between the RCMP and China's Ministry of Public Security has raised concerns about potential abuses. The agreement, which remains undisclosed, is reminiscent of a similar arrangement Australia had, which led to significant issues regarding oversight and coercion. Critics argue that this cooperation could exacerbate fears among diaspora communities in Canada.
- ▪The MOU between the RCMP and China's Ministry of Public Security was signed in January but its text remains secret.
- ▪Australia's experience with a similar MOU resulted in at least six residents being interviewed by Chinese police, with five returning to China voluntarily.
- ▪CSIS has warned about Chinese state activities targeting dissidents, highlighting the use of family members as leverage in coercive tactics.
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Open this photo in gallery:Canadians should be wary of a recent agreement between the RCMP and China’s Ministry of Public Security, writes Laura Harth.Fred Dufour/The Associated PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountLaura Harth is China in the World director at Safeguard Defenders.In October, 2014, Chinese Ministry of Public Security (MPS) officer Xin Ting walked into China’s Consulate General in Vancouver to convince Zhou Guoqing to return. He had been on the run from Chinese authorities for 15 years for alleged loan fraud.When Mr. Zhou wavered, citing his Canadian citizenship, Ms. Xin warned: “Next time, we won’t be so gentle.” Naming his alleged associates in China, she added: “They are all under our control.”Mr.
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