Japanese citizen indicted on suspicion of espionage, China confirms
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Aug 22 2024
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Source: Reuters
Indictment of Japanese Citizen: A Japanese employee of Astellas Pharma has been indicted in China on suspicion of espionage, with Chinese authorities asserting that the case will be handled according to the law while protecting the individual's rights.
Impact on Sino-Japanese Relations: The indictment has heightened tensions between China and Japan, contributing to a decline in foreign investment and prompting concerns among Japanese officials regarding the safety of their citizens and businesses in China.
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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.
