China’s Shadow Game in NZ | Auckland News

Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

New Zealand’s intelligence agency has issued a stark warning: China is now the only major power conducting massive, systematic espionage and foreign interference against the country — a seismic shift as elections loom. While other nations spy, China’s campaign targets politicians, candidates, and key figures, threatening democratic integrity by secretly shaping national decisions. The report urges businesses to stay engaged but stay vigilant — “eyes wide open.” In response, lawmakers are pushing back: one MP defied pressure after visiting Taiwan, and a new bill seeks to create a public…