Chinese dissident escapes to Korea by rubber boat: attorney
A Chinese dissident, Dong Guangping, has escaped to Korea on a rubber boat, according to his attorney. He is known for his opposition to the Chinese Communist Party and has faced imprisonment for his activism. Dong's current situation may lead to a political asylum case in Korea, where the government has a low approval rate for such applications.
- ▪Dong Guangping was found drifting off the west coast of Korea on a rubber boat.
- ▪He has a history of activism against the Chinese Communist Party and was imprisoned for his beliefs.
- ▪The opposition People Power Party has urged the Korean government to provide Dong with full protection.
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A rubber boat found near the beach in Taean County, South Chungcheong Province, June 4, 2020 / Courtesy of Taean Coast GuardSEOUL — A Chinese dissident who has long been a thorn in Beijing's side has escaped from China to Korea on a rubber boat, his lawyer confirmed on Wednesday.Dong Guangping, a former policeman who was imprisoned for his activism, was found by Korean authorities on Monday night drifting off the country's west coast on a 3.3-metre rubber boat with a 9.9-horsepower engine, according to police.He was taken to shore for questioning on suspicion of violating immigration laws.The man's lawyer, Kim Joo-kwang, confirmed his identity to AFP.
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