Envoy seeks protection in Australia

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A diplomat from China's consulate in Sydney has applied for political asylum. He claims thousands of Beijing's spies operate in the country.

A senior Chinese diplomat has sought Australian government protection for himself and his family, claiming he faces persecution if he goes home, Australian officials said yesterday.

Analysts said Chen Yonglin's defection could muddy Canberra's relations with Beijing, its third-largest trading partner with annual exchanges now worth A$28.9 billion (US$22.7 billion).

http://www.taipeitimes.com/News/front/archives/2005/06/05/2003257993

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