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Story summary
- The China Ministry of State Security warns overseas entities are trying to steal geographic data via covert mapping.
- The ministry says these actions come from 'anti-China hostile forces', noting that the data are vital for infrastructure planning, resource management, and military operations.
- It cites insider negligence and flawed procedures as causes of leaks through improper storage and transmission.
- China is prioritizing data security amid its rivalry with the United States.
