Michael Spavor Settles with Canada Over China Detention

The $7 million settlement addresses claims related to intelligence gathering and arbitrary detention.

Michael Spavor, detained in China for nearly three years, reaches a $7 million settlement with the Canadian government.
The settlement addresses Spavor's claim of being used for intelligence gathering, leading to his detention.
Spavor and Michael Kovrig, known as the 'Two Michaels,' were detained in apparent retaliation for the arrest of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou.
The Canadian government maintains the detentions were arbitrary and supports the men in moving forward.
The settlement follows scrutiny of Canada's intelligence-sharing program, highlighting risks to diplomats and sources.