As Australian-Chinese writer Yang Hengjun's trial begins, his prospects remain bleak
- Written by Tony Walker, Vice-chancellor's fellow, La Trobe University
In Beijing, the secret trial on spying charges of Australian citizen Yang Hengjun will constitute another sour chapter in Australia-China relations, which remain locked in a downward spiral.
Yang’s trial is set to begin this week with no family, friends or Australian consular officials present. He will be represented by his lawyer.
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