RE:RE:Oxford Languages says....I have no comment on nor faith in rumors. However, one observation is that Dominic Barton was the previous ambassador and trade commissioner for Canada. In those roles, he had the power and influence to negotiate to release for the release of two political prisoners. Rio Tinto was very jump at the opportunity to recruit him as soon as they could. This is just an observation and not to be construed as anything more. Personally, I have mixed feelings and even reservations about China...just noticing a counsidence here that involves Dominic Barton.