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Alleged Chinese spies targeted former premier and AFP commander via LinkedIn - ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Why it matters
This article documents a confirmed active Chinese espionage campaign specifically targeting former Australian state premier and AFP commander, revealing operational security gaps in how senior Australian defence and political leadership manage digital engagement. The targeting of critical decision-makers undermines Alliance cohesion (Pillar 7) and Northern Arc situational awareness (Pillar 8) by exposing vulnerabilities China can exploit for intelligence collection or influence operations.
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