NEW : China defended the execution in a statement issued by the Chinese Embassy in London . Akmal Shaikh 's supporters said he was mentally ill and officials did not take that into account when trying him . `` We are deeply saddened , stunned and disappointed at the news of the execution of our beloved cousin , Akmal , Comment: but China says it has followed law .
NEW : China defended the execution in a statement issued by the Chinese Embassy in London . Akmal Shaikh 's supporters said he was mentally ill and officials did not take that into account when trying him . Comment: but China says it has followed law .