Thank you for clarifying your question.
The government's position on the question you are asking is very firm in the specific case of the United States, sir. The United States adheres to the rule of law. There was a fair and equitable trial. It is a democratic country.
What is most important to remember is that I cannot take a position in advance on various hypothetical cases. They will be assessed on a case by case basis.
It is my duty, as Minister of Foreign Affairs, to promote the national standards of various countries or the international standards in which respect for the right to life is expressed. Our position is clear: in Canada, there is no death penalty, we do not want to reopen the debate and we promote that position on the international scene.
When it comes to hypothetical cases that might come up in Afghanistan, we will assess each case when it is presented to us.