Kananaskis, June 17 -- G7 leaders have issued a joint statement on Transnational Repression (TNR), voicing deep concern over its growing occurrence and describing it as a dangerous form of foreign interference.

"We, the Leaders of the G7, are deeply concerned by growing reports of transnational repression (TNR). TNR is an aggressive form of foreign interference whereby states or their proxies attempt to intimidate, harass, harm or coerce individuals or communities outside their borders," the statement read.

The leaders stated that such acts undermine national security, state sovereignty, and the safety and human rights of victims, while also violating principles of international law. "It has a chilling effect in our countries," they add...