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Belgium Detains Canadian NATO Intern Over China Spy Allegations

7/31/2026

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Belgian authorities arrested Canadian NATO intern Biwei Zhang on suspicion of spying for China.
Judges extended her detention by one month, with an appeal ruling expected within two weeks.
NATO reported the suspect to Belgian intelligence and said the case did not affect readiness.
CSIS spokesperson Magali Hébert said Canada keeps strong partner relationships to address such threats.

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Belgian authorities arrested Canadian NATO intern Biwei Zhang on suspicion of spying for China.
Judges extended her detention by one month, with an appeal ruling expected within two weeks.
NATO reported the suspect to Belgian intelligence and said the case did not affect readiness.
CSIS spokesperson Magali Hébert said Canada keeps strong partner relationships to address such threats.