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Dutch companies are objects of Chinese espionage due to high technology – special service.

  • April 20, 2023
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The Dutch Military Intelligence and Security Service (MIVD) states that Dutch companies and universities are targets of high-tech espionage from China. This was reported by the NOS publication,

The Dutch Military Intelligence and Security Service (MIVD) states that Dutch companies and universities are targets of high-tech espionage from China.

This was reported by the NOS publication, citing the MIVD report, as reported by Ukrinform.

According to intelligence services, over the past year they have detected and blocked several attempts to seize technology of particular military importance.

China is said to have set up private fake spy companies to seize the technology. The report stated that the information and goods of the Dutch space sector are of particular interest to China. China is trying to circumvent export restrictions, including creating front companies.

Chinese hackers are also trying to break into computer networks using cyber attacks. For example, MIVD writes in its annual report that a few weeks ago it was discovered that a Chinese hacking group was trying to hack into the Dutch government’s network.

It is emphasized that the Netherlands is an attractive destination for China, as it has extensive knowledge in the development of computer chips, aerospace and maritime industries.

As reported by Ukrinform, the Dutch intelligence service (AIVD) described China as the biggest threat to the country’s economic security in its 2022 annual report.

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Source: Ukrinform

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