The man is charged with acting as an illegal foreign agent. The move is part of an effort by the authorities to prevent China from influencing American politicians.
Prosecutors say the Chinese government has sought to gain influence in U.S. cities and states, hoping to nurture support for causes important to Beijing.
The man is charged with acting as an illegal foreign agent. The move is part of an effort by the authorities to prevent China from influencing American politicians.
With localities facing budget holes, the police are crossing provincial borders to collect fines and draining company treasuries. Businesses call it a shakedown.
Making the impromptu five-hour ride between two Chinese cities became a craze among young people. But as their numbers swelled, the authorities shut it down.
The support package came after smaller measures were announced to jump-start growth. Economists said it was not big enough to address China’s sluggish economy.
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