Canadian Delegation in Shanghai Seeks Release of Kovrig and Spavor

Canadian Delegation in Shanghai Seeks Release of Kovrig and Spavor
Canadians Michael Spavor (L) and Michael Kovrig are currently detained in China. AP Photo
Margaret Wollensak
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TORONTO—A Canadian parliamentary delegation currently visiting Shanghai has asked for the release of detained Canadians Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor, despite previous comments that the cases were not on the official agenda.

“The gist of the message is that the executive branch of Canada has asked for their immediate release,” Canadian Sen. Joseph Day, the head of the delegation, said after meeting with Chinese officials on Jan. 7, according to the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation.