In a recent announcement, Canada ordered Hikvision Canada Inc to cease operations due to national security concerns, a move met with strong criticism from China's Ministry of Commerce. Officials from China claim that this decision could severely impact bilateral trade and underscores a general overreach in national security claims. They urge Canada to rectify what they deem missteps that damage economic cooperation. Amid these tensions, Hikvision, recognized globally as a leader in surveillance technology, faces scrutiny linked to human rights abuses against the Uighurs in China, complicating its role in international markets.
China's Ministry of Commerce stated that Canada's halt of Hikvision operations damages bilateral trade and complicates ties between the two nations, urging Ottawa to correct its actions.
Canadian officials assert that Hikvision's continued operations pose security risks without detailed evidence; however, the government's review will ensure that no legacy products remain in use.
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