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SCMP roundup: China ex-ministers sentenced, naval drone tech

other · 2026-05-08

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

Sources