Canadian Michael Kovrig Alleges Psychological Torture During 1,000-Day Detention in China

Kovrig describes solitary confinement, relentless interrogation, and missing the birth of his daughter during his 2018-2021 imprisonment.

Michael Kovrig, detained in China from December 2018 to September 2021, claims he endured psychological torture including six months of solitary confinement.
Kovrig was arrested shortly after Canada detained Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou on a U.S. warrant, leading to accusations of 'hostage diplomacy' by China.
During his detention, Kovrig faced daily interrogations lasting up to nine hours, often while restrained in a chair and surviving on minimal food rations.
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs denies the allegations, stating Kovrig was lawfully detained on charges of endangering state security.
Kovrig's release coincided with the dropping of the U.S. extradition request for Meng, highlighting ongoing tensions in China-Canada relations.