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Canada on Friday appointed Jennifer May its first female ambassador to China, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said, taking over a role that has been open since December of last year amid ongoing diplomatic tensions with the Asian economic powerhouse. May is a veteran diplomat with 30 years' experience, Trudeau said in a statement. She most recently served as Canada's ambassador to Brazil, and during her career has worked in the Canadian missions in Beijing and Hong Kong. "Ms. May will lead Canada's important work in standing up for democratic values, human rights, and the rule of law," Trudeau said. "Her...
