David Kilgour is a Canadian politician and former member of the House of Commons. He served as a member of the Liberal Party and later as an independent. Kilgour was known for his work in various capacities, including as Secretary of State for Asia-Pacific. In addition to his political career, Kilgour is recognized for his advocacy on human rights issues, particularly concerning the Falun Gong movement in China. He has co-authored reports highlighting human rights abuses and has been involved in various humanitarian efforts throughout his career.