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    Former Interpol chief admits guilt in China court hearing

    Former Interpol chief Meng Hongwei pleaded guilty to accepting USD 2.1 million in bribes as he stood trial in China, state media said.

    Former Interpol chief admits guilt in China court hearing
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    Meng Hongwei

    Beijing

    Chinese state media said former Interpol chief Meng Hongwei admitted his guilt during a court hearing on Thursday after prosecutors accused him of taking 14.5 million yuan ($2.11 million) in bribes.

    The court, in the northern city of Tianjin, will announce its verdict at a later date, the official People’s Daily said.

    It is not clear who Meng’s lawyer is and it was not possible to reach him or a legal representative for comment. His wife, who has been granted asylum in France, has said the charges against him are politically motivated.

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