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Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the legal dispute involving Zong Fuli, the chairwoman of Wahaha, who is being sued by her half-siblings over asset claims related to a trust fund established by their late father, Zong Qinghou [2][6][7]. Company Overview - Zong Fuli holds a 29.4% stake in Hangzhou Wahaha Group Co., Ltd., with the remaining shares owned by Hangzhou Shangcheng District Wen Shang Lv Investment Holding Group Co., Ltd. and an employee stock ownership association [4]. - Wahaha Group, founded in 1987, has grown from a small operation to a major beverage company with 81 production bases and nearly 30,000 employees across China [14]. Legal Dispute - Zong Fuli is facing a lawsuit in Hong Kong from three plaintiffs claiming to be her half-siblings, seeking rights to a trust fund valued at $700 million each, which was allegedly promised by their father [6][7]. - The plaintiffs assert that Zong Qinghou instructed subordinates to establish the trust through HSBC, which had a balance of approximately $1.8 billion at the beginning of 2024 [7]. - The plaintiffs are requesting the freezing of the HSBC account and compensation for losses due to fund transfers [7]. Management Transition - Following the death of Zong Qinghou on February 25, 2024, Zong Fuli began taking over the management of her father's companies, despite facing skepticism from some shareholders regarding her management capabilities [3][12]. - A resignation letter circulated online in July 2024 raised concerns about her ability to manage Wahaha, but the company later confirmed her continued leadership [12][13]. Personal Background - Zong Fuli, born in January 1982, studied in the United States and joined Wahaha in 2004 after completing her education [8]. - She has held various leadership roles, including being the chairwoman and general manager of Wahaha Group, and has been recognized for her strong work ethic and commitment to the company [9][16][19].