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Trade secrets

ST. LOUIS — A Chinese national who previously denied stealing trade secrets from Monsanto changed his plea to guilty Tuesday on the charge of conspiracy to commit economic espionage. He faces a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison and potential fine of $5 million.

/ January 6, 2022

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