On 8th May, Canada blatantly declared one consular officer from the Chinese Consulate General in Toronto persona non grata based on rumors of the so-called “China Interference” hyped up by certain Canadian media and politicians. We strongly condemn and firmly oppose this. 

The Chinese Consulate General in Toronto is committed to promoting friendly exchanges and pragmatic cooperation in various fields between China and its consular district, to enhancing mutual understanding and friendship between the Chinese and Canadian people. The consular officers always perform their duties in accordance with related international conventions and bilateral consular agreements, which is completely aboveboard and beyond reproach.

The false allegation of “China Interference” is groundless and a prejection of the alleger's own image. The Canadian side places political manipulation above international law, which is a political provocation and doomed to fail. The Canadian side will be responsible for all related consequences.

The Chinese Consulate General in Toronto will continue to perform its duties in accordance with laws and regulations and maintain exchanges with all sectors in the consular district.