Beijing Allegedly Hid Spy Equipment Aboard Commercial Ships Operating Near US

Chinese state-owned shipping giant COSCO is allegedly using concealed equipment aboard commercial vessels to spy on military communications near the United States and other countries, U.S. officials say. The surveillance operation gives Beijing access to communications and information involving military vessels and aircraft across North America, Europe and Asia, Reuters reported, citing two anonymous senior Trump administration officials. The allegations raise new questions about the security implications of allowing a state-owned Chinese company already linked to Beijing’s military to maintain a major presence in American ports and supply chains. “This is a very serious accusation and if true should...