Liu Xiaobo, in China's eyes is a convicted felon and thus not eligible for even the most basic human rights. Here in Canada we treat our pets better than the treatment of Mr. Liu. Global leadership may not be linked to how you treat your fellow citizens. For sure we in Canada would never treat our own with such callousness. The question is, do we wish to trade with those that do not support even the most basic human rights of those who cannot defend themselves?