Canada imposes sanctions on North Korea

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Canada imposes sanctions on North Korea

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Mon May 24, 7:29 AM

By The Canadian Press

OTTAWA - Canada is imposing sanctions on North Korea for the sinking of a South

Korean naval vessel in March.

Prime Minister Harper says in a statement issued today that the

sanctions will include enhanced restrictions on trade, investment and other

bilateral relations with North Korea. The government will also suspend

high-level visits to Canada by North Korean officials.

The sinking of the Cheonan on March 26 near the Koreas' western maritime border

killed 46 sailors. Three experts from the Canadian Navy joined the multinational

team that investigated the incident, and concluded the warship was sunk by a

torpedo.

Harper's statement says, " Canada has condemned the reckless North Korean regime

for this egregious violation of international law and its blatant disregard of

its international obligations. "

He pledged Canada's support of South Korean President Lee Myung-bak's decision

to respond decisively to the " act of aggression. "

The statement adds that Canada is committed to a co-ordinated international

response, including through the United Nations Security Council.