In espionage terms, it is one of the world’s worst-kept secrets that the Chinese Government keeps close tabs on anything and anyone it suspects might undermine the Communist regime, no matter how trivial the activity.
While the focus last week was on claims that 1000 spies are active in Australia, some cultural experts say China’s information-gathering machine reflects long-standing traditions in which citizens keep watch on each other.
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Posted by Xiao Qiang | Jun 11, 2005
Categories : China & the World
