Chinese researcher's death after questioning in US prompts anger in Beijing
The semiconductor researcher was found dead after “hostile questioning” by US law enforcement.
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"deeply distressed by this tragedy"
— Liu Pengyu , Executive
"China will continue to take what is necessary to firmly defend Chinese citizens' legitimate and lawful rights and interests."
— Mao Ning , Politician
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The semiconductor researcher was found dead after “hostile questioning” by US law enforcement.
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