Lawyers for Huawei’s CFO Say Charges Are a ‘Facade’

The video discusses the extradition case of Meng, focusing on the principle of double criminality in Canadian law. Meng's defense argues that the case is about Iran sanctions violations, not fraud, and challenges the timing of assessing double criminality. The US accuses Meng of deceiving HSBC to violate Iran sanctions. The judge questions the defense's timing argument, noting that in 2013, Canada had sanctions on Iran, which could undermine the defense's case.

What is the core principle of Canadian extradition law that is being discussed in Meng's case?

What argument is Meng's defense making regarding the double criminality test?

What are the accusations made against Meng by the US?

How did the judge challenge Meng's defense regarding the assessment of double criminality?

What implications does the timeline of Meng's alleged conduct have on the defense's arguments?