Australia investigates China plot to plant spy in Parliament

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said Monday that allegations of a Chinese plot to plant an agent into Australia's Parliament are "deeply disturbing and troubling."
"I would caution anyone leaping to any conclusions about these matters."
"ASIO will continue to confront and counter foreign interference and espionage in Australia."
In Beijing, Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Geng Shuang said Monday that some Australian politicians, institutions and media outlets have "reached a state of hysteria and extreme nervousness."
"We have never been and are not interested in interfering in others' affairs."
He urged Australian officials and journalists to adopt a healthy attitude toward China in the interest of bilateral relations as well their own "physical and mental health."

Wang claims he acted under cover as an employee of a Hong Kong-listed company, China Innovation Investment Ltd., which said in a notice to the stock exchange on Sunday that reports of its involvement in espionage were "purely false."
"And as a result then you can expect the same protections to apply to anyone who is living in our country, whether on a visa or any other arrangement."