Discussion on a leaked document exposing Chinese hacking operations and surveillance, dispute leading to drowned Chinese nationals near Quemoy Islands, implications of Wang Yi's absence at G20 on China's foreign policy.
Chinese cybersecurity firm I-Soon's document leak reveals CCP's global surveillance and hacking methods, showcasing lack of privacy in Chinese private sector companies.
Wang Yi's absence at G20 Ministerial Meeting suggests China's discomfort with certain countries, reflecting close ties with Russia and diplomatic implications.
Deep dives
China's Global Hacking and Surveillance Revealed
A significant document leak from a Chinese cybersecurity firm exposed the Chinese Communist Party's global surveillance and hacking operations. The leaked documents unveiled methods used to surveil dissidents, hack foreign nations, and manipulate social media. Evidence pointed to the firm's hacking activities in China's neighboring governments, revealing a lack of property rights in China and the CCP's control over Chinese companies.
Implications of China's Foreign Policy at G20
China's absence at the G20 Ministerial Meeting in Brazil raised questions about its approach to foreign policy. Wang Yi's avoidance of attending hinted at China's discomfort with the G20's composition, particularly countries like South Africa, India, and Brazil. This reluctance to attend major international conferences also reflects China's close diplomatic ties with Russia, providing platforms for diplomatic immunity to leaders like Putin.
Taiwan Strait Tensions: Confrontation and Historical Significance
A recent confrontation between the Taiwan Coast Guard and Chinese fishermen resulting in fatalities highlighted the ongoing tensions in the Taiwan Strait. The incident shed light on China's illegal fishing practices globally and the strategic importance of Kinmen Island. With historical ties to the US-China relationship, Kinmen remains a contested territory that holds significance for potential future conflicts in the region.
Shane Leary joins Miles Yu to discuss a massive document leak from Chinese cybersecurity firm I-Soon, which sheds light on the CCP's global surveillance and hacking regime and destroys the illusion of safety around Chinese private sector companies. They then turn to a little-covered spat between the Taiwan Coast Guard and a Chinese fishing vessel which resulted in the drowning of the two Chinese nationals near the island of Quemoy. Finally, they discuss Wang Yi's absence at the G20 Ministerial meeting, and its implications for broader trends in the PRC's foreign policy.
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