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Taiwan reports 'significant rise' in suspected Chinese espionage

Taiwan has reported a significant rise in individuals charged with spying for China, increasing from 16 in 2021 to 64 in 2024, according to the National Security Bureau .
The number of prosecutions for espionage in 2024 was the highest in a decade, with 15 military veterans and 28 active service members among those charged.
Beijing has intensified its intimidation tactics, including military drills and espionage activities aimed at infiltrating Taiwan's armed forces and gathering sensitive information.
Chao Yu-Hsiang from the Institute of National Defense and Security Research urged the military and civilians to enhance security measures and maintain vigilance against infiltration efforts.

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