A Japanese businessman detained in Beijing since March last year on suspicion of espionage has been indicted by Chinese prosecutors, a Japanese government source said Wednesday, with the forthcoming court proceedings expected to prolong his time in custody.A spokesperson for Astellas Pharma Inc. confirmed that the man, an executive at the company's local subsidiary, had been indicted but declined to comment further due to the ongoing legal process. The Japanese government will continue its efforts to secure his early release.The case is expected to be tried at the Intermediate People's Cour…READ FULL ARTICLE
