SCMP roundup: China ex-ministers sentenced, naval drone tech
The weekly roundup from the South China Morning Post features the suspended death sentences handed to two ex-defence ministers of China, Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu, due to corruption allegations, as stated by Xinhua. Additional topics include the evolving expatriate community in Shanghai, the repercussions of a controversial trail sign in Hong Kong, the passing of a South Korean judge, and China's introduction of naval drone technology.
Key facts
- Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu received suspended death sentences for corruption.
- Sentences reported by Xinhua.
- Story is part of SCMP's 7 highlights.
- Includes Shanghai expat changes.
- Includes Hong Kong trail sign fallout.
- Includes South Korean judge's death.
- Includes China's naval drone tech debut.
Entities
Institutions
- South China Morning Post
- Xinhua
Locations
- Shanghai
- China
- Hong Kong
- South Korea