Former Liberal MP Questioned About Ties to Chinese Officials and Influence in Nomination Race
• Former Liberal MP Han Dong testified he doesn't recall advising China's consul-general that releasing the two Michaels would affirm a “hard-line Canadian approach” to China, as alleged in intelligence.
• Dong revealed meeting with international students from China before his 2019 nomination race to encourage Liberal Party registration, and some were bussed to the contest.
• Intelligence alleges China compelled students to vote for Dong's nomination under threat of losing visas and consequences for families.
• Dong estimates he "ran into" Chinese diplomat Zhao Wei, later expelled for intimidation, 4-5 times total over the years.
• Former Ontario cabinet minister Michael Chan has helped 40+ MPs and MPPs with campaigns over decades, including door-knocking and fundraising.