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Detained Huawei CFO has strong case: Canadian Ambassador

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Beijing, Jan 25 (IANS) A top Canadian diplomat in Beijing has said that remarks made by US President Donald Trump may have strengthened China’s hand in fighting an American extradition request for Meng Wanzhou, the detained Huawei Chief Financial Officer (CFO) accused of helping the tech firm dodge Washington’s sanctions on Iran.

Speaking to the media here on Thursday, Canadian Ambassador to China John McCallum said: “I think she has quite good arguments on her side.

“One, political involvement by comments from Donald Trump in her case. Two, there’s an extraterritorial aspect to her case, and three, there’s the issue of Iran sanctions which are involved in her case, and Canada does not sign on to these Iran sanctions.”

Meng was arrested by Canadian authorities acting on behalf of the US in Vancouver on December 1, CNN reported.

The US government has indicated that it will soon file a formal extradition request by the January 30 deadline.

McCallum also said that relations had been strong between Ottawa and Beijing before the arrest, adding he knew it had “angered China”.

“I know this has angered China but we have a system of extradition treaty a system of rules of law which are above the government, the government cannot change these things,” he said.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said later Thursday that the case against Meng had “never been a normal legal case”.

We have noted Ambassador McCallum’s remarks. I think anyone with normal judgment can see through this issue. We hope the Canadian side will do so as well and make a correct choice,” she said at her daily press briefing.

Since Meng’s arrest, China has detained two Canadians on suspicion of “activities that endangered China’s national security”, CNN reports.

Another Canadian was sentenced to death after a Chinese court convicted him of drug smuggling, prompting Canada to issue a travel warning to its citizens over “the risk of arbitrary enforcement of local laws” in China.

Trump complicated the situation in December by suggesting he may intervene in the legal saga if it would help his pursuit of a trade deal with China.

On Wednesday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he was committed to making sure “that the rule of law is properly and fully followed”, adding that would include the opportunity for Meng “to mount a strong defence”.

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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma

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World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.

Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.

During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.

On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”

Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.

It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.

Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.

Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”

On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”

The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.

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