OTTAWA — A federal unit that tracks suspected foreign interference has uncovered a 'co-ordinated and malicious' effort — possibly launched by China — against Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland.
OTTAWA — A federal unit that tracks suspected foreign interference has uncovered a"co-ordinated and malicious" effort — possibly launched by China — against Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland.
The government recently announced the task force, which is usually active during election campaigns, would operate during the Liberal leadership contest. The task force says RRM Canada identified more than 30 WeChat news accounts taking part in the campaign, which received"very high levels of engagement and views."
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