### [2026-05-20](/feed/2026/05/20/index.md)

##### Chinese intelligence activity abroad
# The German public prosecutor general arrests a Chinese couple in Munich who are accused of spying for a Chinese intelligence agency. 




### Sources:

1. [DW](https://www.dw.com/en/german-authorities-arrest-2-on-china-high-tech-espionage-allegations/a-77228979)

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