Australia Takes Tough Line on Unauthorised Foreign Military Training

The Safeguarding Australia’s Military Secrets Bill comes as several cases of Beijing-linked espionage emerge across Western countries.
Australia Takes Tough Line on Unauthorised Foreign Military Training
A U.S military HH-60 Pave Hawk Helicopter is seen flying over a simulated crash site during Exercise Angel Reign on July 1, 2016 in Townsville, Australia. Ian Hitchcock/Getty Images
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Former defence personnel and Australian public servants face decades behind bars if they share the country’s classified secrets.

The Safeguarding Australia’s Military Secrets Bill comes as several cases of Beijing-linked espionage emerge across Western countries.

Daniel Y. Teng
Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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