After 14 years, Chinese man wanted for corruption is returned from US in 'Sky Net' operation
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Authorities in China say a most-wanted fugitive suspected of graft and bribery has been brought back from the U.S. after he fled there in 2001.
The Ministry of Supervision said Friday that Yang Jinjun — the businessman brother of a former deputy mayor in the eastern city of Wenzhou — is the first person to be repatriated to China from the U.S. since the Sky Net operation targeting 100 fugitives was launched in April.
As part of its anti-corruption campaign, China has sought to repatriate businessmen and government officials accused of economic crimes.
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There is no extradition treaty between Beijing and Washington. U.S. officials typically demand solid evidence from China on suspects who have absconded to the U.S.