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Key Accusations and Retaliation

China publicly accused three US National Security Agency (NSA) agents of orchestrating a cyberattack against the 2025 Harbin Asian Winter Games. This move is widely interpreted as a retaliatory action against the US-China trade war.

  • China claims over 270,000 cyberattacks, with 171,000 originating from the US.
  • The accusations include alleged data theft of athlete information, involvement of US universities, and the use of servers across Europe and Asia.

Experts' Analysis: Escalating Conflict and Decoupling

Experts view China's actions as an escalation of the intelligence war and a direct response to US tariffs. The unusually public nature of the accusations signals a significant shift in the relationship.

  • Professor Ye Yaoyuan suggests the incident points towards a growing decoupling between the US and China, potentially mirroring the Cold War.
  • Activist Sheng Xue highlights the unusual nature of China's actions, pointing to internal anxieties and a potential attempt to deflect domestic economic pressures.

China's Track Record of Cyberattacks

The article contrasts China's accusations with its own history of extensive cyberattacks, including those targeting US infrastructure.

  • The US Justice Department indicted 12 Chinese citizens for global hacking, including members of the Chinese Ministry of Public Security and the company i-Soon.
  • Reports suggest China's involvement in attacks like 'Volt Typhoon' targeting US critical infrastructure, potentially intended to disrupt communications during a Taiwan conflict.
  • 'Salt Typhoon' targeted major US telecom companies, allegedly intercepting communications from high-ranking officials.

Conclusion: 'Thief Crying Thief'

Sheng Xue concludes that China's accusations are a case of 'the thief crying thief,' highlighting its own extensive record of cyberattacks and information warfare. The article emphasizes the growing systemic rivalry between the US and China.

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