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Liputan6.com, Beijing – The government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) has called on Canada not to act provocatively after the incident in which Chinese diplomats were expelled because they were accused of participating in the intimidation of Canadian politicians. Diplomats from the Chinese Consulate General in Toronto have been named “persona non grata”.

In retaliation, a Canadian Consul to the Consul General in Shanghai was also named “persona non grata” by China on May 9, 2023.

According to Chinese state media, world timesFriday (5/10/2023), the Canadian consul must leave China before May 13, 2023.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said his country condemns Canada’s actions and stressed that his country has never interfered in the affairs of other countries.

The expulsion from Canada was criticized by China because it was seen as a weakening of China-Canada relations. Deportation by China is considered legal.

“It is important for China to protect its legitimate rights and interests,” Wang said.

China Foreign Affairs University professor Li Haidong said China’s unprovoked accusations could lead to continued countermeasures.

“The fundamental reason why Canada unnecessarily accuses China is that it is strengthening its strategic coordination with the United States, and this expulsion may signal the start of countermeasures,” Li Haidong said.

Wang also stressed that Canada should stop provoking and China’s actions will be based on Canada’s next actions.

“We will not waver in our determination to defend its interests. We demand that Canada immediately cease its provocations. If Canada decides to continue its violent actions, China will react decisively and all consequences will be borne by Canada. “, pointed out Mr. Wang.