Spitting Canadian diplomat creates anger in Tanzania...

A Canadian junior envoy who caused a diplomatic spat by spitting at a Tanzanian policeman and journalist has been recalled.

Canada's High Commissioner Robert Orr was summoned by the Tanzanian foreign ministry over the incident last week.

"In the best interest of all involved parties, the Canadian official will be leaving Tanzania at the earliest possible time," Mr Orr said.

However, the journalist concerned says he still wants to take legal action. More...

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