Three U.S. citizens detained in China on drug and espionage charges are set to return to the U.S., as part of what may be a prisoner swap with China. The news comes as both countries are grappling with potential trade tensions.
The White House announced Wednesday that three U.S. citizens wrongfully detained in China are being released and are scheduled to return to the United States. The individuals, Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung, had been facing severe charges including drug offenses and espionage. The release follows diplomatic efforts by the Biden administration over the past several years and comes amid concerns about potential trade tensions between China and the incoming U.S. president.
While the exact terms of the release are not fully detailed, it is believed to be part of a prisoner swap, though the White House did not confirm the return of any Chinese citizens
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