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    AstraZeneca CEO says company has no access to executive Wang, in detention in China

    Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®

    Posted on February 6, 2025

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    Last updated: January 26, 2026

    Pascal Soriot, CEO of AstraZeneca, addresses the media regarding the company's lack of access to detained executive Leon Wang, emphasizing ongoing investigations by Chinese authorities.
    AstraZeneca CEO Pascal Soriot speaking about detained executive Leon Wang - Global Banking & Finance Review
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    Quick Summary

    AstraZeneca CEO Pascal Soriot states the company has no access to detained executive Leon Wang in China, following an investigation by authorities.

    AstraZeneca CEO on Executive Wang's Detention in China

    LONDON (Reuters) - AstraZeneca has been approached a couple of times by Chinese authorities about their investigation into the drugmaker's former senior executive Leon Wang and has provided information as needed, its chief executive said on Thursday.

    The company has no further information to share about Wang and is not permitted by Chinese authorities to speak to him, Pascal Soriot said at a press conference after the company released fourth-quarter results.

    AstraZeneca placed Wang on extended leave in December from his position as international executive vice president and China president, following his detention in October.

    (Reporting by Maggie Fick and Pushkala Aripaka)

    Key Takeaways

    • •AstraZeneca's former executive Leon Wang is detained in China.
    • •The company has been approached by Chinese authorities for information.
    • •AstraZeneca has no access to Wang and cannot speak to him.
    • •Leon Wang was placed on extended leave in December.
    • •CEO Pascal Soriot commented after fourth-quarter results.

    Frequently Asked Questions about AstraZeneca CEO says company has no access to executive Wang, in detention in China

    1What is the main topic?

    The main topic is the detention of AstraZeneca's former executive Leon Wang in China and the company's response.

    2Why is Leon Wang detained?

    The article does not specify the reasons for Leon Wang's detention, only that Chinese authorities are investigating.

    3What did AstraZeneca's CEO say?

    CEO Pascal Soriot stated that the company has no access to Leon Wang and has provided information to Chinese authorities as needed.

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