The diplomacy follows the expert's imprisonment in late 2024, which has remained unresolved until current planning for this week's summit. The White House provided the confirmation to the specialist's spouse, noting the request for the American's freedom is on the agenda for the upcoming talks.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Trump Seeks Release of Imprisoned US Nuclear Expert From Xi
Geopolitics28 days ago
A US citizen who specializes in North Korean nuclear tests has been held in China since late 2024. The imprisoned seismologist's wife said the White House assured her that Donald Trump will ask Chinese leader Xi Jinping to release her husband during a meeting between the two presidents this week.
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