Five Chinese nationals arrested for alleged spying on Philippine military in Palawan

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Five Chinese nationals were arrested in late January 2025 for allegedly spying on the Philippine Coast Guard and Navy in Palawan. They had been monitoring key waterways since 2023, using lobster supply searches as a cover. The group reportedly installed surveillance cameras to track Philippine military movements. They transmitted real-time information about ship deployments, raising concerns about their activities and connections to previous espionage cases. Authorities are investigating the funding and exact recipients of the transmitted information. They have not confirmed if the espionage was linked to the Chinese government.


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