China Convicts Employee of Japanese Drugmaker of Spying
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 16 2025
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Source: WSJ
Japanese Executive Sentenced: A Japanese pharmaceutical executive, Hiroshi Nishiyama, was sentenced to 3½ years in prison by a Beijing court on espionage charges, escalating tensions between Japan and China.
Concerns Over Foreign Business Risks: The case raises concerns about the legal risks faced by foreign businesspeople in China, especially following recent changes to the country's espionage laws.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
