Former Employee Denies Allegations of Espionage Activity - Former employee, Maximilian Krah, contests allegations of spy activities
In a high-profile case that has been making headlines, Maximilian Krah, a prominent member of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, has been defending himself against allegations of espionage in connection with China. Krah's former aide, Jian G., is accused of spying for China since 2002, passing sensitive European Parliament documents and gathering intelligence on AfD leaders, including Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla, fellow AfD members.
However, Krah has vehemently denied any wrongdoing, asserting that he never discussed specific internal party issues with Jian G. During his time as an MEP for the AfD from 2019 to 2024, Krah claimed he had no knowledge of espionage activities by Jian G.
Jian G.'s defense has argued that he was a committed employee, focusing mainly on foreign trade issues, and that any contact with Chinese officials was part of his duties, without passing sensitive data.
It's important to note that Krah himself is currently under investigation for unrelated allegations of money laundering and corruption. He maintains his innocence regarding the espionage claims.
Krah has been called as a witness in the ongoing trial, which is scheduled to continue until late September 2025. The case has sparked intense interest, with journalist Tom Kollmar reporting on the developments.
This is a complex and evolving story, with many twists and turns yet to come. As the trial progresses, more light is expected to be shed on the allegations against Maximilian Krah and his former aide, Jian G. Stay tuned for updates as this story unfolds.
Politics and general-news outlets continue to follow the high-profile trial of Maximilian Krah, a member of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, accused of being connected to espionage activities for China. The trial also involves Krah's former aide, Jian G., who faces charges of spying since 2002 and gathering intelligence on fellow AfD members Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla, among other crimes-and-justice related issues.
