Chen, a US seismologist, has been held in custody in China since late 2024. His wife's report of the US government's commitment suggests the detention will be a priority item during the meeting of the two heads of state.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Trump Will Ask Xi to Free Detained US Scientist Youlin Chen
Geopolitics28 days ago
The White House has assured the spouse of an imprisoned American that her husband's freedom will be discussed at an upcoming leadership meeting. The wife of Youlin Chen, a specialist in North Korean nuclear tests, stated that Donald Trump will request the scientist's release from Chinese authorities when he meets with President Xi Jinping this week.
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