Political dissident who fled China by boat arrives in Canada, his friend says

Updated on: June 27, 2026 / 11:04 AM EDT / CBS/AP

Political dissident who fled China by boat arrives in Canada, his friend says

TL;DR

  • Dong Guangping, a Chinese political dissident, has arrived in Canada after fleeing China.
  • He was previously detained in South Korea after attempting to enter the country by inflatable boat.
  • Dong has a history of activism and has been imprisoned and deported in previous escape attempts.
  • He expressed a desire to reunite with his wife and daughters in Canada.
  • His friend, Sheng Xue, confirmed his arrival in Toronto and shared photos.