Global espionage grows between the U.S. and China

The shadow war has entered a new level of aggressiveness.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story September 17, 2023 In a risky hunt for secrets, the U.S. and China are expanding global spy operations to a brazen new level, taking bold steps to collect intelligence on leadership thinking and military capabilities. Illustration by Chantal Jahchan; photographs by Getty Images Read more on the escalating spy-versus-spy contest. → Sign up for Your Places: Global Update. All the latest news for any part of the world you select. Get it in your inbox Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018