I have been looking at the recommendations in regard to Mr. Arar. Recommendation 17 directs the Government of Canada to develop specific policies and training to address situations of Canadians detained in countries where there is that risk of torture, where we know human rights are often violated. Would training for consular officials posted abroad in regard to recognizing signs of torture or learning questioning techniques be effective? Would you support that recommendation?
On April 30th, 2009. See this statement in context.