Former German Air Force Pilots Accused of Secretly Training China's Military

For years, retired German air force pilots have been providing training to Chinese military pilots.
The training was conducted secretly and the pilots were paid through shell companies in the Seychelles.
Germany's defense minister vowed to investigate each case and punish any violations of rules on post-military activities.
The revelations come as Germany aims to balance trade with China and counter China's increasing challenge to the global order.
Chancellor Olaf Scholz's government has pledged to develop a comprehensive policy to deal with China.