Archaeology Pioneer Admits Corruption Charges in China
中国考古学先驱承认腐败指控
Chinese archaeologist Liu Bin, known for discovering the 5,000-year-old Liangzhu ruins in Zhejiang, has pleaded guilty to bribery and embezzlement charges. The Liangzhu site, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, significantly reshaped understanding of early Chinese civilization. According to court proceedings in Zhejiang, Liu used his influential position between 2009 and 2021 to help certain organizations and individuals obtain contracts related to cultural relic protection and archaeological survey projects. He accepted the charges during a hearing on May 20. The case has drawn attention because of Liu’s prominent role in Chinese archaeology and his long involvement in the excavation and preservation of the Liangzhu ruins.
中国考古学家刘斌因发现浙江良渚遗址而闻名。良渚遗址距今约5000年，被列为联合国教科文组织世界遗产，并改变了人们对中华早期文明的认识。根据浙江法院的审理情况，刘斌被控在2009年至2021年期间利用职务影响力，帮助特定机构和个人获得文物保护及考古调查项目合同，并从中收受贿赂和侵吞资金。他在5月20日的庭审中承认了相关指控。由于他在中国考古界的重要地位，此案受到广泛关注。
