It is important that we talk about section 38 of the Canada Evidence Act. We had discussions with General Watkin who said that there could be legal recourse or that the legality of it all could be reviewed, but that there is a degree of protection before a committee like this one.
Mr. Chair, I have to say to those listening to us that it is likely easier for the government to put an end to an inquiry and to prevent it from proceeding than to prevent a parliamentary committee from proceeding with a study. That is why we are forced to do this today. We are happy that we are able to get to the bottom of things.
I would like to add that I feel sure—and it is something I would like you to confirm—that no Canadian soldiers tortured Afghan detainees. You are an expert in international law, you are a diplomat. Are soldiers vulnerable when they transfer detainees to people who are strongly suspected of inflicting torture? Is this a violation of the Geneva Convention? Is your interpretation the same as mine?