Economic espionage is a massively important function performed by intelligence agencies. Regular readers will know that I have relayed revelations that foreign governments tap into financial market communications for their benefit. The SMH reports today:
"The Herald has learnt Mr Smith and his entourage left mobile phones and laptops in Hong Kong before proceeding to mainland China, after such devices were reportedly compromised during previous ministerial visits. His staff, including media advisers, were given fresh phones, with different numbers, for the duration."
