The Chinese government utilizes surveillance technology, much of which originated in the U.S., to hunt down and coerce wayward officials, dissidents, and alleged criminals both within and outside of China. Using operations like “Fox Hunt” and “Sky Net,” the government monitors communications, seizes assets, and detains friends and family of those targeted. Former Chinese official Li Chuanliang’s experience is highlighted, as he became a target for criticizing the government, exposing the chilling effect of this technology and the lengths to which Beijing will go to silence its critics. This includes influencing the charges, the court’s proceedings, and the evidence, using it to demonstrate power and suppress dissent.
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I can’t wrap my head around why so many governments are allowing the Chinese authorities to operate outside their jurisdiction and essentially abduct individuals. It’s a blatant violation of national sovereignty, and the fact that Australia allowed Chinese police to kidnap a woman is deeply concerning. The term “escorted” doesn’t seem to accurately reflect the gravity of the situation; this was outright abduction.
The Chinese Communist Party’s Operation Fox Hunt, under the guise of targeting “economic criminals”, is a thinly veiled tool for silencing dissidents and abducting individuals around the world. Allowing foreign law enforcement to come into a sovereign nation and carry out such actions sets a dangerous precedent.… Continue reading
I am deeply troubled by the news that Chinese police were allowed into Australia to speak with a woman and then proceeded to breach protocol by forcibly escorting her back to China. It is unacceptable for a foreign law enforcement agency to operate in such a manner on Australian soil. The fact that this woman was targeted under a CCP anti-corruption drive called Operation Fox Hunt raises serious concerns about the sovereignty of Australia and the safety of its residents.
The use of passive language to describe the actions of the Chinese police is concerning. The term “escorted” does not accurately convey the gravity of the situation.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker