Event Brief
The Making of a Chinese Spy
Filed: Feb 17, 2026 at 5:05 AM ET
Summary: Ji Chaoqun, a young engineer from Beijing, was lured by China's spy agency to the US with promises of wealth and glory.
WHO: Ji Chaoqun
WHAT: Became involved with China's spy agency
WHEN: Feb 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM ET
WHERE: Beijing
WHY: Lured by financial incentives and promises of glory
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