Alleged Chinese interference an ‘awkward’ situation for Trudeau’s Liberals

China's alleged efforts to gain influence in Canadian politics are about it wanting its diaspora to speak and think favourably about China, says one Canada-China expert.

The allegations of Chinese interference in Canada contain some 'awkwardness' for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who must balance being tough on China while maintaining crucial support of Chinese-Canadians in GTA ridings.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY CHELSEA NASH

November 28, 2022

As the Conservative Party continues to hammer the Liberals for allegations of Chinese interference in Canada, it's becoming clear the situation is an awkward one for the Liberals to navigate, say political observers.

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