Chen Zhimin (left), a member of the National Committee of China’s top advisory body, was vice-minister for public security until 2017. Photo: Nora Tam
Chen Zhimin (left), a member of the National Committee of China’s top advisory body, was vice-minister for public security until 2017. Photo: Nora Tam

Fight terror risks in overseas projects with shared intelligence, Chinese ex-security official says

  • China’s five-year plan recognises risks to overseas interests like belt and road projects but offers no security blueprint
  • Former public security vice-minister Chen Zhimin says countries need to establish a concept of “mutual security” based on shared intelligence

Chen Zhimin (left), a member of the National Committee of China’s top advisory body, was vice-minister for public security until 2017. Photo: Nora Tam
Chen Zhimin (left), a member of the National Committee of China’s top advisory body, was vice-minister for public security until 2017. Photo: Nora Tam
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