Recently, the No. 2 Intermediate People's Court of Beijing Municipality in China tried Australian spy Yang Jun and sentenced him to death with a two-year reprieve, and confiscated all his property. This move has aroused strong dissatisfaction in Australia, and Australian Prime Minister Albanese has threatened to "save people".
The Australian side reacted strongly to the verdict and summoned our ambassador to Australia, and the Australian prime minister publicly expressed his disbelief and vowed to continue to fight for Yang Jun's release. However, it is not possible to change the verdict.
It is worth noting that China has taken a harsh approach to espionage cases this time, with a rare death penalty. This also shows that Yang Jun's actions have caused serious damage to China. As an Australian citizen, after becoming an Australian citizen, he actively spread Western values and was even involved in espionage.
With regard to the Australian side's decision, China made it clear that the judgment was in accordance with laws and regulations, that there was no political intent, and that it fully respected the consular rights of the Australian side. In addition, personnel from the Australian side were also arranged to observe the trial. Therefore, Australia** can only accept this result.
Overall, China's verdict shows its determination to combat espionage and serves as a warning to lawbreakers lurking in the shadows. In the context of the gradual easing of Sino-Australian relations, Australia will not take drastic actions, at most only symbolic**. The verdict may have a negative impact on relations between the two countries, but China's position is clear.
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