Estonian Intelligence Warns EU Influencers of Chinese Recruitment via Fully Funded Trips
Estonia's domestic intelligence agency has issued a warning about China's use of fully funded trips and professional networking platforms to recruit European Union politicians, academics, and journalists.The agency highlighted that these trips, often lavishly hosted by the Chinese Embassy, may carry implicit expectations that could compromise journalistic freedom and independence.The Estonian Internal Security Service, known as Kapo, detailed in its annual report that China invites Estonian citizens on all-expenses-paid visits to various provinces, including Nanjing and Suzhou.These visits are designed to influence participants and create opportunities for recruitment by Chinese intelligence services.Kapo noted that in October 2025, the Chinese Academy... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Apr 2026 15:33 LONDON
