CLEAN : Diplomats seek access as espionage trial starts for second Canadian detained in China

CLEAN : Diplomats seek access as espionage trial starts for second Canadian detained in China

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The transcript discusses the denial of access to court hearings for consular officers, despite international agreements like the Vienna Convention. It highlights the case of Michael Kovrig, who has been detained for over two years without transparency in the court process. The reason given for the closed court is national security. The United States supports Canada in calling for the release of their citizens from arbitrary detention, expressing concerns over the lack of procedural protections.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What international agreement is mentioned as being violated by denying consular access?

Geneva Convention

Kyoto Protocol

Vienna Convention

Paris Agreement

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long has Michael Kovrig been detained according to the transcript?

One year

Four years

Two years

Three years

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What reason is given for the court's lack of transparency?

Lack of evidence

National security concerns

Judicial backlog

Diplomatic immunity

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries are mentioned as standing together against the arbitrary detention?

United States and Canada

Canada and Australia

China and Russia

United States and United Kingdom

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern expressed by the international community regarding the detained citizens?

Inadequate living conditions

Delayed trial dates

Lack of legal representation

Lack of minimum procedural protections