Tag: Espionage
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Philippine Military Probes Espionage Activities of Arrested Chinese National and Accomplices
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has initiated a thorough investigation into the espionage activities of a Chinese national and his two Filipino accomplices, who were apprehended in Makati City. AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla emphasized the need to understand the broader context of these activities, stating, “We want to take a step…
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Philippine Military Investigates Espionage Activities of Arrested Chinese National and Accomplices
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) announced on Wednesday that they are delving deeper into the espionage activities of a Chinese national and his two Filipino accomplices, who were apprehended in Makati City. AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla emphasized the need to understand the broader context of these activities, stating, ‘We want to…
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National Security Adviser Urges Congress to Strengthen Anti-Espionage Legislation
MANILA – In a recent statement, National Security Adviser Eduardo Año has urged the Philippine Congress to swiftly enact amendments to the Espionage Act and the Countering Foreign Interference and Malign Influence Bill. Año emphasized the necessity of these legal enhancements to combat the growing threats to national security effectively. Año highlighted that the proposed…
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Senator Urges Overhaul of Anti-Espionage Law Amid Rising Tensions
In the wake of a Chinese national’s arrest on espionage charges and escalating tensions in the West Philippine Sea, Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros has demanded swift action to bolster the nation’s Anti-Espionage Law. Hontiveros emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, ‘The Senate must immediately enhance our existing Anti-Espionage Law.’ She highlighted the…
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Philippine Military Ramps Up Security Following Espionage Arrests
In response to the recent apprehension of a Chinese national and two Filipino accomplices suspected of espionage, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has announced plans to intensify security measures across all military installations nationwide. The announcement came from AFP Chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. during a press conference at the Department of Justice…
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Chinese National Suspected of Espionage Charged with Cybercrimes in Philippines
In a significant move against cyber espionage, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) in the Philippines has brought charges against Yuhang Liu, a Chinese national suspected of spying activities. Liu was apprehended in Makati City back in May and is now facing legal action for breaching the Cybercrime Prevention Act, as announced by CIDG…
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Philippine CIDG Charges Chinese National with Cybercrimes, Suspected Espionage
The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) in the Philippines has taken legal action against Yuhang Liu, a Chinese national suspected of espionage, charging him with violations of the country’s cybercrime laws. Liu was apprehended in Makati City in May and faced charges filed on December 16, 2024, at the Quezon City Prosecutor’s Office. The…
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CIDG Charges Chinese National with Cybercrimes, Suspected Espionage
The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) has taken legal action against Yuhang Liu, a Chinese national suspected of espionage, charging him with violations of the Cybercrime Prevention Act. Liu was apprehended in Makati City in May, following a tip-off about his possession of hacking devices used to compromise mobile phone identities. CIDG chief Brig.…
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