The timing for reviewing a case already concluded and the rare step of inviting western media suggests narrative play. China did warn of severe consequences. A

The timing for reviewing a case already concluded and the rare step of inviting western media suggests narrative play. China did warn of severe consequences. At the very least, China wouldn’t have allowed a low level official to determine international discourse. Perhaps China is at least suggesting the same thing to Canada -- don't allow a low level process to interfere with high stakes conversation.