If anyone offers you free medical supplies during a pandemic, it would irresponsible for the sake of human life not to take them.
That’s especially true when the process of procuring much-needed masks, gloves, and ventilators can be described as the “Wild West,” as Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland said.
So when Huawei offered to send to Canada — as it has other to countries where it does business — millions of medical supplies, the prime minister said yes.
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Never mind the retaliatory arrest and detainment of Canadians Michael Spavour and Michael Kovrig, who have been held without explanation or representation since the Huawei founders’ daughter was detained.
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Add into the mix that Huawei is currently trying to sell its cheaper 5G network to the world — something our allies, security and intelligence communities say is a big mistake due to the fact the Communist Party of China has the power to control all businesses within China as a condition of operation.
So, yes, I would take this much-needed humanitarian aid.
After all, we did the same thing for them back in February, when Canada sent China 16 tonnes of medical supplies.
But let’s be clear: after the chaos that has been created, perhaps China owes the world a lot more than millions of free facemasks.
Just ask the two Michaels.
Scott Thompson is the host of The Scott Thompson Show on Global News Radio 900 CHML Hamilton.
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