US and China Engage in Escalating Global Spying as They Seek Intelligence on Each Other's Capabilities and Intentions

China and the US are expanding espionage operations to gain intelligence on each other's leadership thinking and military capabilities.
A Chinese spy balloon recently drifted over the US, highlighting China's aggressive approach to gathering intelligence.
China's president was angry the balloon derailed talks with the US Secretary of State, berating generals for not informing him.
Both countries are racing to advance AI to gain an edge in military and economic power.
The US-China spying is more expansive than the Cold War, focusing on understanding leaders' intentions and military capabilities.