Germany arrests married couple on China spying charges
A married couple in Germany has been arrested on charges of spying for China, with allegations of seeking military-related technology. The couple, identified as Xuejun C. and Hua S., reportedly posed as interpreters and employees of an automobile manufacturer to establish contacts with academics. This incident is part of a broader concern regarding espionage activities linked to China in Germany.
- ▪The couple was arrested in Munich on May 20, 2026, for allegedly spying for a Chinese intelligence agency.
- ▪They are accused of trying to obtain information on advanced technology with military applications.
- ▪Prosecutors are also investigating potential witnesses in connection with the case across multiple German cities.
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Germany arrests married couple on China spying chargesSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPolice officers escorting a person to a court in Karlsruhe, Germany, on May 20. German police on May 20 arrested a married couple on charges of spying for China.PHOTO: AFPPublished May 20, 2026, 08:47 PMUpdated May 20, 2026, 08:47 PMBERLIN – German police on May 20 arrested a married couple on charges of spying for China, accusing them of seeking information on advanced technology with military uses.The couple, German nationals partially named as Xuejun C.
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