The timeline for trial and sentencing is very flexible, and there are many opportunities generically in the Chinese system for extensions and adjustments. It wouldn't be appropriate for me to speculate on timing in any specific case.
February 4th, 2020 / 10:40 a.m.
Assistant Deputy Minister, Consular, Security and Emergency Management, Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development
The timeline for trial and sentencing is very flexible, and there are many opportunities generically in the Chinese system for extensions and adjustments. It wouldn't be appropriate for me to speculate on timing in any specific case.
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