Beijing’s Diplomatic Release: A Move to Reassure Global Business Partners

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In a significant diplomatic gesture, Chinese authorities have released employees of the U.S.-based corporate due diligence firm, Mintz Group, who were detained in Beijing two years ago. The move is seen as an effort to restore confidence among foreign businesses as China grapples with a decline in foreign investment. The release of the Chinese nationals was confirmed by a company spokesperson and coincided with the conclusion of the China Development Forum in Beijing. This platform was utilized by Chinese officials to underscore China's openness to foreign capital, amidst a backdrop of increased scrutiny on consultancy firms operating within its borders....