A parliamentary recognition of Uyghur genocide will be met with a ‘strong reaction,’ says Chinese ambassador

'We will take resolute measures to safeguard our sovereignty, national security, and the development interests,' Chinese Ambassador Cong Peiwu says.
Chinese envoyv Cong Peiwu, pictured at the Chinese Embassy on March 12, says Canadians should be cautious when invoking genocide.
China's top diplomat in Canada is warning Canadian Parliamentarians to be cautious when considering having the House of Commons recognize Beijing's treatment of Uyghur Muslims as an act of genocide, as some Conservative MPs have pushed for. “Any actions that would damage our interests, especially...

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