China Warns Students Abroad of Foreign Espionage Risks

Beijing's Ministry of State Security cautions Chinese nationals studying or traveling overseas to be vigilant against foreign intelligence activities.

China's top spy agency has issued a warning to Chinese students abroad to be aware of the risks posed by foreign spies, amid ongoing tensions with the West.
The warning includes a real case of a Chinese student who was punished for leaking sensitive information after being manipulated by foreign intelligence.
Beijing's national security drive includes a new anti-espionage law and public efforts to combat spying, highlighting the government's prioritization of national security.
Chinese espionage efforts, both domestically and internationally, have drawn global concern, with accusations of cyber-espionage and spying on foreign soil.
The Ministry of State Security's increased public presence aims to normalize national security concerns and encourage citizen participation in counter-espionage efforts.