Three Americans Wrongfully Detained in China Released in US Prisoner Swap

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Three Americans Wrongfully Detained in China Released in US Prisoner Swap
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  • Three Americans detained in China are released in a US-China diplomatic agreement.
  • Mark Swidan is freed after 12 years on drug-related charges facing a death sentence.
    • Kai Li, held on espionage charges since 2016, is released by Chinese authorities.
    • John Leung, once sentenced to life for spying, benefits from the recent prisoner exchange.
    • This diplomatic success unfolds before a potential presidential transition in the US.
    • China's release of prisoners follows the freeing of David Lin, signaling better ties.
    • The US lowers China's travel advisory, yet cautions remain about possible detentions.
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