Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Chinese Billionaire Sun Dawu Is Sentenced To 18 Years For 'Provoking Trouble'

Sun Dawu, shown here in 2005, was sentenced in a court in Hebei province on Wednesday. The billionaire pig farmer was found guilty of eight charges, including gathering crowds to attack state agencies, illegal fundraising and "provoking trouble." Few onlookers were allowed access to the trial, despite earlier assurances that his relatives and employees could attend.

The staunch advocate of social justice and rural development was found guilty of eight charges. His harsh prison sentence comes amid broader efforts by authorities to rein in powerful businessmen.

(Image credit: Zhang Ke/VCG via Getty Images)

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