China arrests U.S. researcher on suspicion of spying

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China has detained U Min Zin, a U.S. national and founder of a Myanmar-focused think tank, on suspicion of espionage and endangering national security. The arrest marks another flashpoint in U.S.-China tensions, adding to existing friction over alleged surveillance activities and intellectual property theft. Zin's think tank has researched governance and policy issues in Myanmar, a country where China maintains significant strategic and economic interests. The timing of the detention comes amid broader U.S.-China friction over technology and intelligence-gathering allegations. Details about specific charges or evidence remain limited.