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China’s Ministry of State Security said it arrested a suspected foreign spy after a taxi driver reported suspicious behavior, and the ministry urged ordinary citizens to take an active role in national-security monitoring.<\/p>\n

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On April 17, state-run Xinhua reported that the ministry used its official social media accounts to disclose several major national-security incidents, including a case in which a foreign national attempted to photograph military installations.<\/p>\n

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The arrest hinged on the quick judgment of taxi driver Mr. Cheon. He reported two foreign passengers who repeatedly photographed entrances near a military facility and displayed other suspicious behavior after using his taxi.<\/p>\n

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Investigators concluded the foreigners were acting on orders from an overseas intelligence service and sought to identify exact facility locations and troop deployments. Authorities said the suspects used a regular taxi to obtain easy, discreet access.<\/p>\n

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Beijing framed the case as an example of how vigilant citizens can protect national security. Authorities presented Mr. Cheon with a \\”National Security Reporting Merit Award\\” and said the honor is intended to encourage more public reporting.<\/p>\n

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The announcement came around April 15, which Beijing observes as National Security Education Day for All Citizens. The case aligns with a broader policy push to stress civilian involvement in security through educational materials and public campaigns.<\/p>\n

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Analysts say Beijing may be emphasizing external spy threats to bolster internal unity and to build a more robust, society-wide surveillance apparatus.<\/p>\n

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