Carney says Canada was involved 'from the start' in NATO spy investigation
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed that Canadian officials have been involved in the investigation of a Canadian intern accused of spying at NATO headquarters in Belgium. The suspect, identified as Biwei Zhang, was arrested by Belgian authorities, prompting questions about Canada's security screening processes.
Why it matters
The case raises significant concerns regarding international intelligence security and the vetting procedures for personnel working within sensitive military alliances like NATO.
He said "lessons" should be taken from situations like this, but stopped short of saying that the country's security screening process was being reviewed in light of the allegations.
A Canadian woman was recently arrested by Belgian authorities on suspicion of espionage.
The European country did not release her name as part of the judicial process and only stated that she was a "Canadian national of Chinese origin."
Canada involved 'from the start' in investigation of NATO intern accused of spying: Carney
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