Germany: AfD-linked China espionage trial open in Dresden DW 08/05/2025
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A trial in Dresden involves two suspects, Jian G. and Jaqi X., accused of espionage for China. Jian G., a former assistant to an AfD lawmaker, is charged with spying since 2002, providing classified information from the European Parliament. Allegations suggest he accessed over 500 documents and gathered intelligence on senior AfD leaders. Jaqi X. is accused of aiding in the collection of sensitive flight data related to defense equipment. Meanwhile, Maximilian Krah is under investigation for money laundering and corruption connected to these events.
Jian G. is charged with providing information to Chinese intelligence for decades and illegally accessing over 500 classified documents during his time with the European Parliament.
The second defendant, Jaqi X., is accused of assisting Jian G. in accessing sensitive information regarding flights and passengers related to defense equipment.
Allegations include Jian G. gathering information on senior AfD figures, and possibly sensitive details that could embarrass the party.
Maximilian Krah, implicated in a separate investigation for money laundering and corruption, denies discussing internal problems with Jian G.
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