Belgian prosecutors say a man detained while leaving for Beijing in May is suspected of siphoning chip-technology secrets to a Chinese company. The case has prompted European concern about Beijing’s alleged efforts to obtain advanced technology.
WHO:Belgian prosecutors
WHAT:Prosecutors allege a detained man siphoned chip-technology secrets to a Chinese company.
WHEN:Reported Sep 7, 2026 at 12:06 PM ET
WHERE:Belgium
WHY:The detention is tied to suspected theft and transfer of chip-technology secrets to a Chinese company.
