Diplomatic boycott of Beijing Olympics an ‘intriguing’ solution that follows a different course from past controversial Games

Some advocates say the move is a 'step in the right direction' on addressing concerns with China, but more action remains necessary if Games are to effectively cast a spotlight on human rights issues.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, centre, with Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly, left, and Minister of Sport Pascale St. Onge, pictured on the Hill on Dec. 8, 2021, announcing the Canadian diplomatic boycott of the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, China. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY IAN CAMPBELL

December 10, 2021

Canada’s decision to join a diplomatic boycott of the Winter Olympics to be held in Beijing in February 2022 sets an “intriguing” precedent for dealing with politically controversial Games, says an Olympian and professor who has spent decades studying sports policy, but some advocates say that...

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