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Neil Heywood
(1970 - 2011)
English-Chinese businessman
English-Chinese businessman
British businessman whose mysterious death in China led to a high-profile political scandal.
Neil Heywood was a British businessman who lived in Chongqing and acted as a liaison between foreign entities and Chinese officials.
He was closely linked to high-level political figures and was a trusted advisor to the Bo family.
In 2011, his mysterious death sparked one of China's most sensational political scandals.
Authorities later arrested and convicted individuals connected to his killing, spotlighting corruption at the highest levels.
His story remains a cautionary tale about power, secrecy, and the risks of operating in opaque political environments.
Neil Heywood