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China among 'main actors' involved in transnational repression: Germany

Germany's domestic intelligence agency BfV has named China, Russia and Iran as "major actors" involved in "transnational repression," warning that people who flee these "authoritarian states" may continue to face surveillance, threats and intimidation even after arriving in the European country.

The Times of India · Aug 21

Ex-aide to AfD politician goes on trial in Germany over Chinese espionage charges

Two suspected spies for China, including a former aide to Alternative for Germany (AfD) lawmaker Maximilian Krah, have gone on trial in Dresden.

Euronews · Aug 5, 2025

Far-right German MP's Ex-aide On Trial For Spying For China

Two suspected spies for China, including a former assistant to far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) lawmaker Maximilian Krah, went on trial in the eastern city of Dresden on Tuesday.

International Business Times · Aug 5, 2025

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‘Countries are now forced to confront it’: Rise in Chinese espionage arrests alarms Europe

Increase in cases reflects changing mood across continent towards Chinese threats, say experts

The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2024

Far-right German politician’s aide arrested for spying for China

Worries over efforts to sway upcoming EU elections rise, with MEP Krah also probed over Russian influence operation.

Al Jazeera · Apr 23, 2024

Aide To Far-right German MEP Arrested For Spying For China

The arrest, coming a day after three other people suspected of spying for China were detained in Germany, sparked an angry reaction from Beijing, which said the allegations were designed to "smear and suppress" China.

International Business Times · Apr 23, 2024

German Parliament Staff Arrested For Alleged Chinese Espionage

German national working for EU lawmaker arrested for spying for China, raising concerns about security breaches and threats to European democracy.

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