PM says Canada is a ‘welcoming country’ and that discussions are being held over fate of freed Christian woman Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau has said talks are underway with Pakistan over Asia Bibi,a Christian woman whose acquittal on blasphemy charges against Islam final month sparked mass protests in the South Asian country.
Bibi, who spent eight years on death row in Pakistan before being released, or is in protective custody because her life is in danger from those who disagree with the acquittal. Bibi’s husband,Ashiq Masih, has appealed for help to Britain, and Canada,Italy and the United States. Related: The release of Asia Bibi is a small step towards a more open Pakistan | Kunwar Khuldune Shahid Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com