Former Chinese Dissident Turns Out to be Spy for Beijing

World News

1 year ago

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Credited from: NYTIMES

Shujun Wang, a 76-year-old Chinese American scholar, is accused of leading a double life, working as an illegal agent for China.
Wang actively participated in the Chinese pro-democracy movement, organizing events and rallies against the Communist Party.
Federal investigators allege that he spied on dissidents in the New York area, using his position to gather intelligence for China’s Ministry of State Security.
The Chinese government has sought to counter perceived threats to its power, especially under President Xi Jinping's leadership.
This case is part of a broader pattern of Chinese espionage and influence operations in the U.S. aimed at silencing dissenting voices.

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