Chinese Ambassador to Canada Ends His Tenure, Global Affairs Confirms

Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Canada Cong Peiwu was seen at the Embassy of China in Ottawa, on Nov. 22, 2019. The Canadian Press/Justin Tang

China’s Ambassador to Canada Cong Peiwu has concluded his tenure, the department of foreign affairs has confirmed.

“Former Ambassador Cong concluded his posting to Canada (duration 2019-2024),” Global Affairs Canada (GAC) stated in an email on April 19. Yong Zhao has been appointed as chargé d’affaires ad interim.