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Ukrainian cunning and Chinese, American and French drones were key to successful Sevastopol naval attack

Intelligence Online has gathered information shedding light on how the raid on the Russian naval base in Sevastopol on 29 October was carried out: the Ukrainian army used French, Chinese and American-made marine and aerial systems.

Chinese activism sparks US action over Argentine fighter jet acquisitions

Washington is not at all happy with the deal negotiated between China and Argentina over the sale of 12 fighter jets to Buenos Aires. It is counting on Argentine Minister of Economy Sergio Massa to negotiate future contracts with Denmark instead.

Beijing takes action behind the scenes for control of Ushuaia naval base

Despite US opposition, Tierra del Fuego governor Gustavo Melella is making the most of the energy emergency to help keep Chinese investors in the region.

Beyond Taiwan headlines, China lays ground for more regional conflicts

The security-focused conclusions of the Chinese Communist Party Congress went beyond the international headline issue of Taiwan. Beijing is already considering diplomatic and intelligence manoeuvres to aid its expansion into other territories.

Zhi Gong party called on to play expanding role in growth of Chinese influence

As he begins his third term of office, Xi Jinping plans to rely increasingly on the Zhi Gong party to strengthen his influence in China and abroad. The party has the advantage of being able to produce officials who are loyal even if they do not have formal membership of the Chinese Communist Party.

Detekt'in helps Chinese firm Nuctech enter French market

Paris-based security systems distributor Detekt'in is helping Chinese scanner manufacturer Nuctech, a company close to the Chinese defence ecosystem, expand in France. Long barred from the United States, Nuctech is coming under increased scrutiny in Europe.

Beijing puts its foreign influence spreaders on display

As it enters a new era, Chinese propaganda is relying on foreign diplomats, politicians, academics and journalists to promote its virtues abroad. Intelligence Online has investigated these influence spreaders, who were seen on videos released for the CCP congress.

Xi's network of foreign police stations expands in Europe

Chinese police operate in at least 30 countries across four continents through a network of more than twenty foreign police stations that, as well as providing consular support to the Chinese diaspora, also conduct covert political operations.

Taiwan's war of influence against China notches symbolic diplomatic victory in Czech Republic

By taking part in Taiwan's National Day and then inviting Taipei's diplomats to a reception to celebrate the anniversary of the founding of the Czech Republic, Prague is joining the United States in its desire to abandon the 'One China' policy.

The Agencies' Gazette
Pasdaran Unit 840, names for Tibet and Hong Kong, EU intel sharing, Novichok, Biden's priorities

Appointments, reforms and the issues at stake: every Monday, Intelligence Online serves up snippets big and small from the global intelligence community from Tehran to London via Luxembourg, Hong Kong, Washington and Lhasa.

IranIRGC's Unit 840 activated to dampen civil unrest.

ChinaNew names for Tibet and Hong Kong.

EuropeEU member states to increase information sharing.

United KingdomNovichok questions shut down.

United StatesBiden's national security priorities in keywords.

Much to Taipei's dismay, Xi about to become president for life

Taipei is refining its analysis of the upcoming PCC Congress. Intelligence services believe Xi Jinping will become president for life.

French newcomer Sinopole targets Chinese market

The new offshoot of French consultancy Montsalvy Consulting is working to help French firms in China navigate the fields most under Chinese Communist Party control.