Michael Spavor
Michael Spavor is a Canadian businessman and former diplomat known for his work in North Korea. He was detained in China in December 2018 alongside Michael Kovrig, amid rising tensions between Canada and China following the arrest of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou. Spavor's detention has highlighted the geopolitical struggles and has drawn attention to issues surrounding consular access and the treatment of foreign nationals in China.
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Canada:
The saga involving Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou and the detention of Canadians Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor.
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Canada:
Michael Spavor was arrested in China alongside Michael Kovrig, impacting Canada-China relations.
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Canada:
Michael Spavor was imprisoned in China, which has affected Canadian trade discussions.
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Canada:
Michael Spavor was another Canadian freed by Beijing in the same deal that involved Meng Wanzhou.
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Canada:
Michael Spavor was also arrested in China, further complicating diplomatic relations with Canada.
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United Kingdom:
Michael Spavor was also detained and charged with espionage following the arrest of Meng Wanzhou.
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Canada:
Michael Spavor was also detained in China in connection with the arrest of Meng Wanzhou.
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Canada:
Michael Spavor was arrested, which heightened tensions between Canada and China.
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