The United States condemned the sentencing of Chinese journalist Dong Yuyu, who was sentenced to seven years in prison on November 29 by the People's Republic of China (PRC) for alleged espionage. The U.S. Department of State expressed deep concern over the case, asserting that Dong's conviction is a violation of both international law and the PRC's constitutional commitments to free speech and freedom of the press.
Matthew Miller, a spokesperson for the U.S. State Department, issued a statement on Friday, calling attention to Dong's distinguished career as a journalist and editor. Miller highlighted Dong's role in promoting U.S.-China relations, noting his time as a Nieman Fellow at Harvard University.
The U.S. government reaffirmed its support for Dong and his family, demanding his immediate and unconditional release. The case marks another example of the PRC's crackdown on press freedom and dissent, raising concerns about the state of human rights in China.
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