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Posted 9/17/2023, 2:22:53 PM

Congress On High Alert After Chinese Espionage Plot in UK; Experts Warn Lawmakers to Guard Against Infiltration by Beijing Spies

Congress warned to be on high alert for Chinese spies after suspected Beijing espionage plot in UK parliament.
Chinese national Fang Fang targeted up-and-coming US politicians to get access to sensitive info; raised money for Rep. Eric Swalwell's campaign.
Swalwell's ties to Fang sparked Ethics Committee probe; he claims he cut contact in 2015 when FBI warned him.
Experts say Chinese spies can more easily infiltrate Congress than many think; urge Congress to treat threat as seriously as Russia.
Lawmakers should look closely at backgrounds of hires; time spent in China should raise red flags about possible CCP links.

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8/2/2023

China wants to mobilize the entire nation in counter-espionage

Main Topic: China's state security ministry calls for citizens to participate in counter-espionage work. Key Points: 1. China aims to establish a system that encourages citizens to report suspicious activity and participate in counter-espionage efforts. 2. The expansion of China's counter-espionage law in July has raised concerns among foreign companies operating in China. 3. China's focus on political security and safeguarding the Communist Party's leadership is emphasized in its efforts to combat espionage.

8/21/2023

China investigates citizen accused of spying for CIA, security ministry says

Main Topic: China investigating a Chinese national accused of spying for the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency. Key Points: 1. Chinese national, surnamed Hao, investigated for spying for the CIA after being recruited in Japan. 2. Hao was acquainted with a U.S. embassy official, known as "Ted," who introduced him to another colleague, Li Jun, revealing their CIA affiliation. 3. Hao signed an espionage agreement, returned to China, and provided the CIA with intelligence while working in a national department.

9/9/2023

UK Arrests Two Men for Allegedly Spying for China, Including Parliamentary Researcher With Ties to Senior Tory MPs

Two men have been arrested under the Official Secrets Act for allegedly spying for China, with one of the men having links to senior Tory MPs, including the security minister and the foreign affairs committee chair.

9/10/2023

MPs Alarmed After Parliamentary Researcher Arrested for Alleged Chinese Spying

A parliamentary researcher with links to senior Conservatives has been arrested for alleged spying for China, prompting concerns about the need for tighter procedures for issuing parliamentary passes and potential infiltration of other institutions.

9/11/2023

UK-China Tensions Flare Over Arrest of Alleged Chinese Spy in UK Parliament

China has dismissed allegations of spying by a man arrested in London as "malicious slander" and a "political farce," urging the UK to stop its "anti-China political manipulation."

9/11/2023

UK MPs allege Chinese spy targeted them; Speaker warns against prejudicing police probe

It is unclear why China would allocate resources in spying on and gathering information about two outspoken UK MPs, Alicia Kearns and Tom Tugendhat, who have been public about their views on China, leading some to question the motive behind the alleged espionage.

9/11/2023

China's Faltering Economy Highlights Risks of Overreliance on Real Estate and Centralized Control

China's economic downturn and the arrest of a senior Westminster aide for suspicion of spying highlights the need for Western countries to untangle their economies from China's control and focus on building up their own economic security.

9/17/2023

U.S.-China Spying Surges as Rivals Seek Insights on Leaders and Military

China and the United States are engaged in an increasingly aggressive and secretive espionage war, with both sides striving to gather intelligence on leadership thinking and military capabilities, as tensions escalate between the two countries.

9/18/2023

GOP Warns of Increased Chinese Spy Threat at Southern Border, Calls for Mayorkas Impeachment

Top Republican warns that President Biden's border policies are allowing Chinese spies to infiltrate the US and pose a long-term threat to national security.

9/18/2023

Chinese Universities Offer Spy-Catching Courses in Xi's Push for Extreme Vigilance

China's top universities are offering courses and activities aimed at teaching students and faculty to catch spies, with a particular emphasis on national security and the importance of "extreme-case scenario" thinking.

9/18/2023

Xi Jinping Stokes Spy Fears in China, Risking Paranoia and Distrust

Amid an ideological battle with the US and a looming economic slowdown, Beijing is encouraging citizens to be on constant alert for foreign spies, leading to growing mistrust and a deep suspicion of foreigners.

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Posted 9/17/2023, 2:22:53 PM

Congress On High Alert After Chinese Espionage Plot in UK; Experts Warn Lawmakers to Guard Against Infiltration by Beijing Spies

Congress warned to be on high alert for Chinese spies after suspected Beijing espionage plot in UK parliament.
Chinese national Fang Fang targeted up-and-coming US politicians to get access to sensitive info; raised money for Rep. Eric Swalwell's campaign.
Swalwell's ties to Fang sparked Ethics Committee probe; he claims he cut contact in 2015 when FBI warned him.
Experts say Chinese spies can more easily infiltrate Congress than many think; urge Congress to treat threat as seriously as Russia.
Lawmakers should look closely at backgrounds of hires; time spent in China should raise red flags about possible CCP links.

dailymail.co.uk

Relevant topic timeline:

8/2/2023

China wants to mobilize the entire nation in counter-espionage

8/21/2023

China investigates citizen accused of spying for CIA, security ministry says

9/9/2023

UK Arrests Two Men for Allegedly Spying for China, Including Parliamentary Researcher With Ties to Senior Tory MPs

9/10/2023

MPs Alarmed After Parliamentary Researcher Arrested for Alleged Chinese Spying

9/11/2023

UK-China Tensions Flare Over Arrest of Alleged Chinese Spy in UK Parliament

China has dismissed allegations of spying by a man arrested in London as "malicious slander" and a "political farce," urging the UK to stop its "anti-China political manipulation."

9/11/2023

UK MPs allege Chinese spy targeted them; Speaker warns against prejudicing police probe

9/11/2023

China's Faltering Economy Highlights Risks of Overreliance on Real Estate and Centralized Control

9/17/2023

U.S.-China Spying Surges as Rivals Seek Insights on Leaders and Military

9/18/2023

GOP Warns of Increased Chinese Spy Threat at Southern Border, Calls for Mayorkas Impeachment

Top Republican warns that President Biden's border policies are allowing Chinese spies to infiltrate the US and pose a long-term threat to national security.

9/18/2023

Chinese Universities Offer Spy-Catching Courses in Xi's Push for Extreme Vigilance

9/18/2023

Xi Jinping Stokes Spy Fears in China, Risking Paranoia and Distrust