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98-year-old Chinese philanthropist donates $9 million to charity

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A 98-year-old man in China, Wang Chunwen, has been honored with the China Charity Award for his extensive philanthropic efforts. Over decades, he has donated approximately $9 million USD (60 million yuan) to the Ninghai Charity Foundation, while leading an exceptionally frugal personal life. Wang, who founded Xinghua Industries, has stated he will leave no inheritance to his children, intending for his wealth to continue supporting charitable causes even after his death. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Alice Yan ·

    China ‘living Buddha’ honoured for US$9 million donation after saving every cent for charity

    A 98-year-old man in eastern China has garnered widespread praise for his remarkable philanthropy, which includes donations totalling 60 million yuan (US$9 million), while leading an exceptionally frugal life himself. Wang Chunwen, a resident of Ninghai county in Zhejiang provinc…

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