New ambassador to China must speak out on human rights abuses, Trudeau says


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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has named career diplomat Jennifer May as ambassador to China.handout/Handout Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced that diplomat Jennifer May will take over as ambassador to China with a mandate to speak out on human rights abuses while pursuing trade with the world’s second-biggest economy. “A dedicated public servant, Ms. May’s many years of diverse experience on international missions, and her deep understanding of Asia, will serve to manage this important bilateral relationship and advance Canada’s interest in China,” Mr. Trudeau said Friday. While the last two ambassadors – former cabinet minister John McCallum and business...