Canadian intelligence raises alarm: China's influence threatens democracy in Canada
Canada's spy agency warns of ongoing Chinese interference in politics and elections, highlighting the threat to the country's national security.
A recent report by the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) has revealed ongoing Chinese interference in elections, which the agency believes has the potential to undermine democratic processes in the country.
CSIS presented its findings in an annual report, released shortly after an official investigation uncovered Beijing's attempts to interfere in Canada's two most recent electoral processes.
The agency noted that China uses deceptive methods to influence policy-making at all levels of government, as well as in academic and media spheres.
"Such activities aimed at advancing the PRC's interests have the potential to undermine Canada's democratic processes and institutions," the CSIS report stated.
Despite regular denials from China, these warnings raise serious concerns within the Canadian government.
In response to these challenges, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government has introduced a bill aimed at combating foreign interference. The proposed measures include creating a registry for individuals lobbying on behalf of other countries and giving CSIS greater freedom to share information with the public.
