China bars envoy from entering court to watch Australian’s trial
3 years, 7 months ago

China bars envoy from entering court to watch Australian’s trial

Hindustan Times  

China firmly rejects Canberra’s attempts to intervene in the trial of detained Australian writer Yang Hengjun, the foreign ministry said on Thursday, hours after the Australian envoy was denied entry inside a Beijing court where the author’s case was being heard. Australian Ambassador to China Graham Fletcher speaks to journalists outside the Beijing Second Intermediate People’s Court on Thursday. Graham Fletcher, the Australian ambassador to China, was stopped from entering the heavily-guarded Beijing No 2 Intermediate People’s Court as the court began hearing Yang’s case. Responding to questions on the case, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson, Zhao Lijian said China firmly opposes Australia’s unreasonable interference with China’s handling of cases according to law and gross interference in China’s judicial sovereignty.

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China-born Australian democracy blogger won’t appeal suspended Chinese death sentence
10 months, 2 weeks ago

China-born Australian democracy blogger won’t appeal suspended Chinese death sentence

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — A China-born Australian democracy blogger will not appeal his suspended death sentence imposed by a Beijing court, with his family saying Wednesday a legal challenge would be detrimental to his welfare. “There are two practical reasons why an appeal would be detrimental to Yang’s welfare,” the statement said. And second, an appeal would only delay the possibility …

'Harrowing news': Australia says writer Yang Jun given suspended death sentence in China
11 months ago

'Harrowing news': Australia says writer Yang Jun given suspended death sentence in China

Firstpost  

The Australian government announced that writer Yang Jun received a suspended death sentence in China, labeling it as “harrowing news.” Yang was arrested in 2019 at Guangzhou airport, accused of spying for an undisclosed foreign country. “The Australian government is appalled at this outcome,” AFP quoted Foreign Minister Penny Wong as saying at a news conference. “Australia will not relent …

Australia appalled at China's suspended death sentence for writer Yang Hengjun
11 months ago

Australia appalled at China's suspended death sentence for writer Yang Hengjun

The Hindu  

Australia says it is appalled at China's suspended death sentence for Chinese Australian writer and democracy blogger Yang Hengjun. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said in a statement on February 5 that it was “harrowing news for Dr. Yang, his family and all who have supported him.” Mr. Yang has been detained in China since Jan. 19, 2019, when he …

China gives suspended death sentence to Chinese Australian democracy blogger Yang Hengjun
11 months ago

China gives suspended death sentence to Chinese Australian democracy blogger Yang Hengjun

Associated Press  

BEIJING — A Chinese court gave a suspended death sentence to a China-born Australian democracy blogger on Monday. “This is harrowing news for Dr. Yang, his family and all who have supported him.” Yang, a former Chinese diplomat and state security agent who became a political commentator and writer of spy novels in Australia, was detained on Jan. 19, 2019, …

Australian writer Yang Hengjun accused of spying in China is sentenced to DEATH
11 months ago

Australian writer Yang Hengjun accused of spying in China is sentenced to DEATH

Daily Mail  

Australian writer Yang Hengjun has received a suspended death sentence in China, almost five years after he was initially arrested. Australian academic Yang Hengjun remains detained in a Chinese prison on espionage charges Dr Yang was first detained in 2019 over espionage charges, and was arrested in January 2019 at Guangzhou Airport, on his way to visit his sick brother. …

Australian writer Yang Hengjun sentenced to death on China spy charges
11 months ago

Australian writer Yang Hengjun sentenced to death on China spy charges

Al Jazeera  

Yang has been imprisoned for five years on charges of espionage that he and Australia have rejected. Australian writer Yang Hengjun, who was arrested in China on espionage charges in 2019, has been handed a suspended death sentence by a court in Beijing. “The Australian government is appalled by this outcome,” Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong told reporters as she …

China court awards writer Yang Hengjun 'suspended death sentence', Australia calls it 'harrowing move'
11 months ago

China court awards writer Yang Hengjun 'suspended death sentence', Australia calls it 'harrowing move'

India TV News  

Beijing: A court in China handed Australian writer Yang Hengjun a suspended death sentence on Monday, threatening a recent rebound in bilateral ties that followed several years of strained relations between Beijing and Canberra. Australia calls Yang's sentence "harrowing news" Meanwhile, reacting to the recent court order, Australia said it was appalled at China’s suspended death sentence for the writer. …

China's Xi Jinping meets Australian PM Antony Albanese as Beijing-Canberra ties thaw
1 year, 2 months ago

China's Xi Jinping meets Australian PM Antony Albanese as Beijing-Canberra ties thaw

Firstpost  

While Beijing remains Canberra’s largest trading partner, the rapport between the two countries deteriorated in 2020 President Xi Jinping of China met Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Beijing on Monday, in what marked a significant milestone in the relationship between the two nations, which had been strained for several years. But China has reversed course since Albanese took power …

Australian prime minister to protest blogger’s detention conditions while meeting China’s leader
1 year, 2 months ago

Australian prime minister to protest blogger’s detention conditions while meeting China’s leader

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Saturday he would protest a lack of transparency in China’s treatment of a detained Australian democracy blogger when meeting with President Xi Jinping in Beijing during a trade-focused state visit. Chinese state broadcaster CCTV announced that Albanese arrived in the Chinese financial hub Saturday afternoon along with his delegation, becoming the first …

Supporters of jailed writer Yang Hengjun and other Australians jailed in China vow to continue fighting after Cheng Lei's release
1 year, 2 months ago

Supporters of jailed writer Yang Hengjun and other Australians jailed in China vow to continue fighting after Cheng Lei's release

ABC  

Supporters of imprisoned academic Yang Hengjun are vowing to renew their push for his freedom after the long-awaited release of Australian journalist Cheng Lei from jail in China. Key points: Writer Yang Hengjun was sentenced for espionage in 2021 but has yet to receive a verdict Details surrounding released journalist Cheng Lei's case remain unclear Other Australians are still being …

A Chinese Australian journalist detained for 3 years in China returns to Australia
1 year, 2 months ago

A Chinese Australian journalist detained for 3 years in China returns to Australia

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — A Chinese Australian journalist who was convicted on murky espionage charges and detained in China for three years has returned to Australia, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Wednesday. Thank you Aussies.” Albanese’s government has been lobbying for the release of Cheng and another Chinese Australian held in China since 2019, Yang Hengjun. Questioned by a reporter, Albanese …

Australian-Chinese journalist detained for 3 years in China returns to Australia
1 year, 2 months ago

Australian-Chinese journalist detained for 3 years in China returns to Australia

The Hindu  

A Chinese-Australian journalist who was convicted on murky espionage charges and detained in China for three years has returned to Australia, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on October 11. Mr. Albanese’s government has been lobbying for the release of Ms. Cheng and another Chinese-Australian held in China since 2019, Yang Hengjun. Mr. Albanese suggested that Ms. Cheng had recently been …

Journalist detained for three years in China returns to Australia
1 year, 2 months ago

Journalist detained for three years in China returns to Australia

LA Times  

Cheng Lei, a Chinese-born Australian journalist, has returned to Australia after being imprisoned for three years in China. A Chinese Australian journalist who was convicted on murky espionage charges and detained in China for three years has returned to Australia, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Wednesday. Thank you Aussies.” Albanese’s government has been lobbying for the release of Cheng and …

Australian Prime Minister to Visit China, Aiming to Repair Diplomatic Ties
1 year, 4 months ago

Australian Prime Minister to Visit China, Aiming to Repair Diplomatic Ties

News 18  

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed Thursday he would visit China later this year as Canberra seeks to stabilise its relationship with Beijing. That I would accept an invitation and will visit China later this year at a mutually agreeable time,” Albanese told reporters after meeting Chinese Premier Li Qiang for talks. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said last week …

Chinese Australian writer fears dying in Beijing detention after being diagnosed with a kidney cyst
1 year, 4 months ago

Chinese Australian writer fears dying in Beijing detention after being diagnosed with a kidney cyst

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Chinese Australian writer and democracy blogger Yang Hengjun has told his family he fears he will die in a Beijing detention center after being diagnosed with a kidney cyst, prompting supporters to demand his release for medical treatment. Asked about Yang at a daily news briefing in Beijing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin declined to share …

China, Canada in tit-for-tat diplomat expulsion as ties plunge
1 year, 8 months ago

China, Canada in tit-for-tat diplomat expulsion as ties plunge

Hindustan Times  

Beijing: China on Tuesday expelled a Canadian diplomat in Shanghai in a tit-for-tat move after Ottawa ordered a Chinese diplomat accused of trying to intimidate a Canadian lawmaker critical of Beijing to leave the country. “China decides to declare Jennifer Lynn Lalonde, consul of the Consulate General of Canada in Shanghai persona non grata,” the Chinese foreign ministry said in …

Canada summons China ambassador, mulls expelling diplomats
1 year, 8 months ago

Canada summons China ambassador, mulls expelling diplomats

Firstpost  

Ottawa: Canada on Thursday summoned China’s ambassador as it considered expelling a Chinese diplomat accused of having sought to intimidate a Canadian lawmaker and his family over the MP’s criticisms of Beijing. While being questioned by Chong, who has called for the Chinese diplomat in question to be kicked out of the country, Joly said her deputy minister was “right …

Australia says ‘deep concerns’ over journalist detained in China
1 year, 9 months ago

Australia says ‘deep concerns’ over journalist detained in China

Al Jazeera  

Chinese-Australian Cheng Lei has yet to receive a verdict after more than two and a half years in detention. Australia has expressed “deep concerns” over delays in the case of a Chinese-Australian journalist who has been detained in China for more than two and half years on national security charges. Australian diplomats were prevented from attending the proceedings against Cheng, …

Australian government 'deeply troubled' by delays to writer Yang Hengjun's espionage trial verdict in China
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian government 'deeply troubled' by delays to writer Yang Hengjun's espionage trial verdict in China

ABC  

Foreign Minister Penny Wong says the Australian government is "deeply troubled" after Chinese authorities delayed a verdict in the espionage trial of Australian writer Yang Hengjun until April — the seventh such delay. Key points: A Beijing court heard Dr Yang's trial in secret in May 2021 but the case against him has never been publicly disclosed He has denied …

Australian minister in China after long break in relations
2 years ago

Australian minister in China after long break in relations

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Australia’s foreign minister is in …

Ahead of Beijing Visit, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong Demands Release of 2 Citizens
2 years ago

Ahead of Beijing Visit, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong Demands Release of 2 Citizens

News 18  

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Tuesday urged the release of citizens held in China, as she prepared to embark on a landmark visit to Beijing. Wong is set to be the first top Australian diplomat to visit China in four years, a trip aimed at thawing troubled relations. The two countries have sparred over political and moral issues — …

Australia FM to push for release of citizens during China visit
2 years ago

Australia FM to push for release of citizens during China visit

Al Jazeera  

Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong has said she will press for the release of two Australian citizens held in China, as she prepared to embark on a landmark visit to Beijing — the first top Australian diplomat to visit the country in four years. In a sign of thawing relations between Australia and China, Canberra said on Tuesday that Wong …

China’s envoy to Australia says 2 nations at ‘new juncture’
2 years, 6 months ago

China’s envoy to Australia says 2 nations at ‘new juncture’

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — China’s ambassador to Australia says relations between the two countries are at a “new juncture” with the election of a new Australian government and the first minister-to-minister talks in more than two years. “My embassy and the Chinese consulates-general in Australia stand ready to work with the Australian federal government, state governments and friends from all walks …

China Congratulates Australia's Albanese in Hint at Thawing Ties
2 years, 7 months ago

China Congratulates Australia's Albanese in Hint at Thawing Ties

News 18  

Chinese premier Li Keqiang has sent a congratulatory note to newly elected Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese, Beijing’s state media reported, ending a year-long freeze in diplomatic contact between the two countries. ‘Challenging pathway’ Deputy party leader Richard Marles — who is acting as premier while Albanese is in Tokyo — said Tuesday it will be a “challenging pathway forward” between …

China holds espionage trial of Chinese Australian journalist
2 years, 9 months ago

China holds espionage trial of Chinese Australian journalist

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Chinese Australian journalist Cheng Lei went on trial in Beijing on Thursday on espionage charges, with diplomats denied permission to attend the proceedings. “Australian citizen Cheng Lei is suspected of committing the crime of illegally providing state secrets to foreign countries, and the case involves state secrets, so the court held the trial in a closed session in …

Australian journalist Cheng Lei faces China spying trial
2 years, 9 months ago

Australian journalist Cheng Lei faces China spying trial

Al Jazeera  

Cheng, who worked for state broadcaster CGTN, has been in detention since 2020 amid worsening Australia-China relations. Australian journalist Cheng Lei has gone on trial in a heavily-guarded Beijing court on spying charges after being detained for more than 19 months. Cheng, who was a leading business news presenter on Chinese state broadcaster CGTN when she was detained in August …

Australian journalist Cheng Lei faces trial in Beijing court
2 years, 9 months ago

Australian journalist Cheng Lei faces trial in Beijing court

The Hindu  

Australian journalist Cheng Lei was due to face trial in a Beijing court on Thursday on state secrets charges after more than 19 months in detention. Ms. Cheng, who was a television anchor for Chinese state broadcaster CGTN before being detained in August 2020, was formally arrested a year ago on suspicion of illegally supplying state secrets overseas. Ms. Cheng …

Australia voices concern for journalist as trial in China looms
2 years, 9 months ago

Australia voices concern for journalist as trial in China looms

The Hindu  

Canberra voiced concern for Australian journalist Cheng Lei's well-being on Saturday, as it confirmed she would face trial in China next week after almost two years in detention. "The Australian government has regularly raised serious concerns about Ms. Cheng's welfare and conditions of detention," Foreign Minister Marise Payne said in a statement, also confirming staff had met with Ms. Cheng …

China's new ambassador says Beijing willing to go 'halfway' to repair diplomatic relations with Australia
2 years, 10 months ago

China's new ambassador says Beijing willing to go 'halfway' to repair diplomatic relations with Australia

ABC  

China's new ambassador says Beijing is willing to go "halfway" in establishing better ties with Australia. Key points: China's new ambassador says his appointment is a symbolic reset of relations with Australia Xiao Qian says China wants to meet Australia "halfway" on opening communications Diplomatic relations have been poor since Huawei was excluded from Australia's 5G network Xiao Qian, who …

China says Australia is trying to interfere with its legal system in case of Australian writer Yang Hengjun
2 years, 11 months ago

China says Australia is trying to interfere with its legal system in case of Australian writer Yang Hengjun

ABC  

China's foreign ministry spokesman says Australia is trying to interfere with its "judicial sovereignty" after Foreign Affairs Minister Marise Payne called for the immediate release of writer Yang Hengjun. Key points: Australian writer Yang Hengjun has been detained in China for three years The Australian government has called for the release of the 56-year-old Dr Yang, a democracy advocate is …

Chinese diplomat Wang Xining says he has no information on the secretive trial of Australian writer Yang Hengjun
3 years, 7 months ago

Chinese diplomat Wang Xining says he has no information on the secretive trial of Australian writer Yang Hengjun

ABC  

A senior Chinese diplomat in Canberra has admitted he has almost no information about the secretive trial of Australian writer Yang Hengjun. Key points: Mr Wang has conceded the embassy has been given little information about the trial of Australian Yang Hengjun Dr Yang pleaded not guilty to espionage in a closed Beijing court last week The top Chinese diplomat …

Australian writer says ‘tortured’ in Chinese prison
3 years, 7 months ago

Australian writer says ‘tortured’ in Chinese prison

Al Jazeera  

Yang Jun tells supporters he was mistreated while being held at a secret detention site following his arrest in 2019. “I’ve already been held in a place worse than prison for over two years now.” The 56-year-old academic’s trial began behind closed doors on Thursday, with the Australian ambassador in Beijing denied access. Yang said that he can only eat …

Australian Yang Hengjun proclaims his innocence after Chinese espionage trial
3 years, 7 months ago

Australian Yang Hengjun proclaims his innocence after Chinese espionage trial

ABC  

An Australian citizen tried for espionage in Beijing last week has told supporters he's "100 per cent innocent" and still isn't sure which country he's accused of spying for. Key points: Yang Hengjun's has given the first clear account of his trial in Beijing last week He insists he is only a writer, and does so only to promote "the …

China tries Chinese Australian writer on espionage charge
3 years, 7 months ago

China tries Chinese Australian writer on espionage charge

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China on Thursday put a Chinese Australian writer on trial for alleged espionage and denied the Australian ambassador in Beijing access to the hearing. Australia will continue to “advocate strongly” for Yang and did not see a link between his case and the overall state of ties with China, Fletcher said. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said …

Australian spy novelist Yang Hengjun faces China espionage trial
3 years, 7 months ago

Australian spy novelist Yang Hengjun faces China espionage trial

Al Jazeera  

The 56-year-old was detained in early 2019 in Guangzhou and is one of a number of foreigners facing charges of espionage. “But I was extremely lucky that I escaped the fate of Yang.” Feng says he and other liberals like Yang aim to “promote the rule of law, human rights and democratisation.” “And of course, by doing that, we criticise …

Australian writer Yang Hengjun to face court in China next Thursday over espionage charge
3 years, 7 months ago

Australian writer Yang Hengjun to face court in China next Thursday over espionage charge

ABC  

Australia's Foreign Minister Marise Payne has called on China to allow diplomats to attend the trial next week of an Australian citizen accused of espionage. Key points: Dr Yang is charged with espionage, but Chinese authorities have not revealed any details of allegations against him Dr Yang's wife said her husband's lawyer has not been allowed to share any details …

2nd Canadian goes on trial in China on spying charges
3 years, 9 months ago

2nd Canadian goes on trial in China on spying charges

Associated Press  

BEIJING — A second Canadian citizen held for more than two years on spying charges in apparent retaliation for Canada’s arrest of a senior executive of Chinese telecoms giant Huawei went on trial in Beijing on Monday. At a daily afternoon news briefing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying said, “The Canadian side made irresponsible remarks on China’s law-based handling …

Australian journalist arrested in China for 'supplying state secrets'
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian journalist arrested in China for 'supplying state secrets'

Deccan Chronicle  

Sydney: An Australian journalist who disappeared from Chinese state television's airwaves six months ago and was detained by Beijing authorities has been formally arrested for "supplying state secrets overseas". Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne said Monday that China had revealed it formally arrested Cheng Lei on February 5, after taking her into custody last August without explanation. The mother-of-two stands …

China arrests Australian journalist Cheng Lei for allegedly spreading state secrets
3 years, 11 months ago

China arrests Australian journalist Cheng Lei for allegedly spreading state secrets

The Hindu  

China has formally arrested a Chinese-born Australian journalist for CGTN, the English-language channel of China Central Television, on suspicion of illegally supplying state secrets overseas, Australia's foreign minister said on Monday. “The Australian government has raised its serious concerns about Ms. Cheng's detention regularly at senior levels, including about her welfare and conditions of detention,” Foreign Minister Marise Payne said …

Australian journalist Cheng Lei formally arrested in China, says Foreign Minister Marise Payne
3 years, 11 months ago

Australian journalist Cheng Lei formally arrested in China, says Foreign Minister Marise Payne

ABC  

Chinese authorities have formally arrested Australian journalist Cheng Lei on suspicion of "illegally supplying state secrets overseas" almost half a year after she was first detained. Cheng Lei's family speak out Photo shows Cheng Lei smiles in a photo from before her arrest The family of an Australian single mother detained in China on national security grounds has broken their …

Australia says China has formally arrested TV anchor for spying
3 years, 11 months ago

Australia says China has formally arrested TV anchor for spying

Al Jazeera  

Cheng Lei, who has been held for nearly six months, is accused of ‘illegally supplying state secrets overseas’. Cheng Lei, an Australian journalist who worked as an anchor for Chinese state television, has been formally arrested for “illegally supplying state secrets overseas”, Australia said on Monday, nearly six months after she suddenly disappeared in China. Australia’s foreign minister Marise Payne …

Australian writer detained in China tells readers ‘pursue democracy, rule of law and freedom’
4 years ago

Australian writer detained in China tells readers ‘pursue democracy, rule of law and freedom’

The Independent  

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Australian Yang Hengjun sends Christmas message to family from Chinese prison
4 years ago

Australian Yang Hengjun sends Christmas message to family from Chinese prison

ABC  

An Australian democracy advocate imprisoned in China for almost two years has delivered a heartfelt Christmas message to family and friends, insisting he still thinks he can receive a fair trial. Key points: Yang Hengjun, a 55-year-old Australian citizen, still has "some confidence in the court" He was accused of espionage by the Chinese Government Dr Yang has been detained …

Australian writer detained in Beijing told supporter he was a former Chinese spy
4 years, 2 months ago

Australian writer detained in Beijing told supporter he was a former Chinese spy

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. "Relevant Chinese authorities are handling the case in strict …

Australian Government says it has seen 'no evidence to support' espionage charge against writer Yang Hengjun in China
4 years, 2 months ago

Australian Government says it has seen 'no evidence to support' espionage charge against writer Yang Hengjun in China

ABC  

The Australian Government says it is "disappointed and deeply concerned" Chinese authorities have decided to prosecute Australian writer and democracy activist Yang Hengjun. Key points: Dr Yang Hengjun was arrested in January 2019 at Shanghai Airport He was charged with espionage on October 7 after two years in detention Foreign Affairs Minister Marise Payne says Australia will "always support" Dr …

Australian writer to face trial in China for espionage charges
4 years, 3 months ago

Australian writer to face trial in China for espionage charges

Deccan Chronicle  

Sydney: Detained Australian writer Yang Hengjun will face trial in Beijing on an espionage charge with a judge expected to be appointed in the next fortnight, friends said on Saturday. The Australian government said on Saturday it has been informed that “Chinese authorities have decided to prosecute Australian citizen Dr Yang Hengjun on charges yet to be announced”. Yang’s lawyers …

Detained Australian writer to face spy trial in China
4 years, 3 months ago

Detained Australian writer to face spy trial in China

Al Jazeera  

Yang Hengjun disappeared after arriving in Guangzhou in January 2019 and has not been allowed to see his family. Australian writer Yang Hengjun is to face trial in Beijing on an espionage charge, having been detained in China with no access to his family since January 2019, friends said on Saturday. Yang’s Beijing lawyers were notified on Wednesday that his …

Australia says embassy officials did not obstruct Chinese investigation into journalists Bill Birtles and Mike Smith
4 years, 3 months ago

Australia says embassy officials did not obstruct Chinese investigation into journalists Bill Birtles and Mike Smith

ABC  

Australia has rejected suggestions its diplomats obstructed Chinese legal investigations by sheltering two journalists in diplomatic compounds after state security officers demanded interviews with them. Key points: The two reporters were evacuated to Australia after being interviewed by Chinese authorities Australia's Trade Minister says Australia's officials acted appropriately A Chinese academic stripped of his Australian visa has accused Australia of …

Australian diplomats 'interfered in a Chinese legal case' by sheltering correspondents Bill Birtles and Mike Smith, China says
4 years, 4 months ago

Australian diplomats 'interfered in a Chinese legal case' by sheltering correspondents Bill Birtles and Mike Smith, China says

ABC  

The Chinese Government has accused Australian officials of obstructing their law enforcement agencies when they sheltered two Australian journalists in diplomatic compounds last week. Key points: The ABC's Bill Birtles and AFR's Mike Smith took refuge in the homes of Australian diplomats in China Both journalists had been slapped with a travel ban and ordered to submit to questioning Australian …

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