Chinese intelligence reportedly monitoring AfD political figure Krah's activities
Jaqi X. and the Alleged Espionage Activities
In addition to the trial of Jian G., another individual, Jaqi X., a Chinese national, is also facing charges of espionage for a Chinese intelligence agency. Jaqi X. was arrested in September of the previous year[5][6].
Key points about Jaqi X. and the alleged espionage:
- Jaqi X. worked for a logistics service company at Leipzig/Halle Airport[5].
- The data transmitted by Jaqi X. to Jian G. mainly concerned the transport of military goods and persons with connections to a German defense company[6].
- Jaqi X. is also charged with allegedly assisting Jian G. in the espionage activities[5].
The trial for Jaqi X. is scheduled to take place in Dresden, with 13 trial dates set until the end of September[5].
This case further underscores the concerns about Chinese espionage targeting German political, economic, and military information, with connections to sensitive European political processes[5][6].
In summary, Jaqi X. is a Chinese national accused of espionage, with alleged connections to a logistics service company at Leipzig/Halle Airport, and charged with assisting Jian G. in the alleged long-term espionage for China, including the leaking of sensitive European Parliament information and internal AfD party secrets[5][6].
Maximilian Krah's Political Career
Maximilian Krah, the former MEP, won the direct mandate in the Chemnitz region - Erzgebirgskreis II in the February federal election and is now a member of the Bundestag[7].
Krah's political career, however, has not been without controversy. He was a member of the committees for international trade, human rights, and security and defense in the European Parliament[7].
In addition to the ongoing investigation into money laundering and bribery allegations, Krah was also part of the delegation for relations with the USA in the European Parliament[7].
This case has raised questions about the extent of Chinese espionage activities in German politics and the potential vulnerabilities of political figures to such activities[1][2][3].
In summary, Maximilian Krah, a former MEP and current member of the Bundestag, has been embroiled in allegations of money laundering and bribery, and is under investigation for his ties to Jian G., the former aide accused of long-term espionage for China[1][2][3][7].
Foreign Ministry's Response
The Chinese Foreign Ministry has rejected the espionage allegations against both Jian G. and Jaqi X., stating that the theory of a threat from Chinese spies is fabricated and malicious[8].
This response has not stopped the German authorities from pursuing the investigations, with the trials for both Jian G. and Jaqi X. ongoing as of mid-2025[8].
In summary, the Chinese Foreign Ministry has denied the espionage allegations against Jian G. and Jaqi X., but the German authorities are proceeding with the investigations and trials[8].
[1] BBC News [2] Deutsche Welle [3] The Local [4] The Guardian [5] Deutsche Welle [6] The Local [7] Deutsche Welle [8] Reuters
- The allegations of espionage against Jaqi X., a Chinese national associated with the logistics service company at Leipzig/Halle Airport, are being pursued in the German court system within the realm of general-news, often reported in outlets like Deutsche Welle and The Local.
- The Chinese Foreign Ministry has refuted theespionage accusations against Jaqi X. and Jian G., yet the trials for both individuals in the crime-and-justice sector continue, as reported by Reuters and other news sources.
