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Controversy Surrounds Death of China's Hypersonic Weapons Expert Fang Daining
Death of Fang Daining and Online Discussion
Fang Daining, a pivotal scientist in China's hypersonic weapons program, has passed away at the age of 68. News of his death began circulating last week on Chinese social media after an image of an obituary notice appeared. Early online discussions included claims that Fang, who was also a Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) member, experienced an unexpected medical episode during a work trip to South Africa.
Unconfirmed Cause of Death
The specific cause of Fang Daining's death remains unconfirmed. The South China Morning Post reported that it could not verify the claims circulating online regarding the circumstances of his passing. The controversy surrounding his death reflects significant public interest in the demise of a prominent Chinese scientist.
*Source: SCMP (2026-03-18)*
