The Daily Tribune
Marcos ‘disturbed’ over spying upsurge
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. stated that Chinese sleeper cells are present in the Philippines following the recent arrest of five Chinese nationals suspected of espionage.
The arrested individuals were apprehended for allegedly photographing and videoing a Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel and installing a CCTV camera that pointed out to sea, posing as Taiwanese tourists.
Marcos confirmed his belief that these individuals operate as "sleepers," meaning they have been residing in the Philippines, some for a long time and even marrying Filipinas, before being activated for specific missions.
The President expressed hope that the arrested Chinese nationals would provide further information as investigations continue, noting the lack of official communication with China on the matter.
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