Archive · 23 Sep 2025

Chinese Defence Scientist Detained on Corruption Charges

Chinese Defence Scientist Detained on Corruption Charges

A top Chinese scientist, Yu Faxin, who helped develop chips for weapons, has been detained by anti-corruption officials.

He also works as a professor at a university.

His company, Zhejiang Great Microwave Technology, makes important components for satellites and military equipment.

This company stated that it will continue to operate normally.

This event is part of a larger effort to fight corruption in China, led by President Xi Jinping.

The company's chips have been used in military displays.

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