Foreign interference and transnational repression are emerging as urgent challenges for democratic institutions and diaspora communities in Canada and across the G7. Following the 2025 Kananaskis meeting, G7 leaders committed to deepening global understanding of these threats and strengthening co-ordinated responses.
APF Canada partnered with Georgetown Law for a panel discussion on March 13, 2026, to examine how these dynamics are unfolding in Canada and allied jurisdictions. Moderated by APF Canada's Senior Advisor for China Programs, Elizabeth Donkervoort, the discussion also explored how policy developments in the U.K., U.S., and EU offer lessons for Canadian policymakers – particularly on safeguards, enforcement, and community protection.
Speakers:
- Lynette Ong, Distinguished Professor of Chinese Politics, University of Toronto; Senior Fellow APF Canada
- Thomas Kellog, Executive Director, Georgetown Center for Asian Law
- Eric Lai, Senior Fellow, Georgetown Center for Asian Law
- Sze Fung Lee, Independent Researcher
