Labor is deeply saddened by the death sentence handed to Australian Karm Gilespie by the Guangzhou Intermediate People's Court, China.
We oppose the death penalty in all circumstances, for all people.
This is a fundamental Australian value and a long-held bipartisan position.
We note the Foreign Minister says an appeal opportunity remains and support the efforts of the Government to provide Mr Gilespie with all appropriate consular assistance.
Authorised by Paul Erickson, ALP, Canberra.