According to news from the website of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Canada on December 6, the Canadian police arrested a Chinese citizen who did not violate any laws of the United States and Canada at the request of the United States. The Chinese side firmly opposes and strongly protests against this serious violation of human rights.
China has made solemn representations to the United States and Canada, demanding that they immediately correct their wrongdoings and restore Ms. Meng Wanzhou's personal freedom.We will pay close attention to the development of the situation and take all actions to resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese citizens.
Huawei responds to Meng Wanzhou's detention: Nothing wrong, I believe the legal system will eventually give a fair conclusion
On December 5, at the request of the United States, Canadian authorities detained Meng Wanzhou, the daughter of Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei on December 1.
In this regard, Huawei responded as follows:
Recently, Ms. Meng Wanzhou, the CFO of our company, was temporarily detained by the Canadian authorities on behalf of the US government when she was transiting in Canada. The US is seeking the extradition of Ms. Meng Wanzhou and faces unspecified charges in the Eastern District of New York.
Very little information was provided to Huawei about the specific allegations, and Huawei was not aware of any wrongdoing by Ms. Meng.The company believes that the legal systems of Canada and the United States will ultimately reach a fair conclusion.
Huawei complies with all applicable laws and regulations of the countries where it operates, including export control and sanctions laws and regulations applicable to the United Nations, the United States, and the European Union.
