Are Chinese Communists Influencing U.S. Policy Through Ex-Military Officials?

Chinese Communists Influence U.S. Policy Through Ex-Military Officials -- Washington Free Beacon

China uses retired U.S. military leaders for intelligence operations, report says.

China’s intelligence services are using a private exchange program for retired U.S. and Chinese generals to influence the U.S. government and downplay Beijing’s large-scale military buildup, according to a congressional report.

The Sanya Initiative launched in 2008 with support from retired Adm. Bill Owens, a former vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the China Association for International Friendly Contact (CAIFC), a Chinese military front organization, the report said.

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My Comment: This is not the first time that concerns about this joint initiative have been voiced. What is my take .... I am not surprised by these concerns. The Chinese are always trying to use our Generals just as much as we are trying to use theirs .... bottom line .... I doubt that both sides are being very successful (aside from drinking beer and catching fish).