‘Slow but positive progress’ made in case of detained Irishman in China

Businessman Richard O’Halloran has been detained in the Asian country for more than two years due to a legal dispute involving his employer

Richard O‘Halloran’s exit ban was lifted in January, but he was turned back from the airport when he attempted to board a flight on January 10 Pic: rte.ie

A “legal and financial” solution to secure Richard O’Halloran’s safe return to Ireland is currently being worked on in China, according to a source close to the matter.

The Irish businessman and father of four has been stuck in China due to a legal dispute involving China International Aviation Leasing Service (CALS), the Dublin-based firm he works for.

O’Halloran has not been charged with any crime, and is not suspected of any wrongdoing, but has ...