When travelling abroad on a business trip, you are running the risk of becoming a target of foreign intelligence services. Especially on trips to China, you need to be particularly watchful, since there are, as you will be aware of, increased authoritarian tendencies in this Asian country. This fact is also reflected by the extensive – investigatory and sometimes law-enforcement – powers of the Chinese security services.

Systematic preparation and subsequent evaluation can identify and minimise possible risks before they materialize. Such measures may also involve the support of the security agencies. BfV is in charge of countering espionage activities carried out by foreign intelligence services. Therefore, we are available as a confidential point of contact..