Canada outraged after four citizens executed by China over drug charges: ‘Inconsistent with basic human dignity’

China executed four Canadian nationals over drug charges earlier this year, prompting strong rebukes from the Western country amidst an already rocky relationship. It is unclear exactly when this year the executions took place, but Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly said Wednesday she and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tried to stop them — and are seeking leniency “for other Canadians that are facing a similar situation,” the Wall Street Journal reported. The victims were described as “Canadian nationals” who held dual citizenship with China, though China does not recognize dual citizenship. China treats drug charges with a notoriously heavy hand,...