Psychological Warfare by China and Russia

A former CIA agent has warned that China and Russia are engaging in psychological warfare, using what he calls “sex spies” to infiltrate the United States and extract technology and government secrets.

J. Michael Waller spoke with FOX News Digital about the tactics employed by these nations. He recounted a personal experience from his time in Poland when a young Chinese woman approached him, showing interest in his work. However, he soon realized she was a spy and reported her to the Polish authorities, who expelled her swiftly from the country.

Waller noted that the spies often possess extensive knowledge about their targets, even details not publicized. He explained, “They take advantage of the fact that people are lonely or just looking to enjoy themselves or need a connection.” In what seems like an age-old strategy, they utilize sexual manipulation.

Earlier this year, the U.S. government prohibited its employees in China from engaging in romantic or sexual relationships with Chinese nationals, a policy initiated by former U.S. Ambassador Nicholas Burns. Violators of this mandate could face expulsion from China.

Waller described the approach as psychological manipulation, focusing on professionals—engineers, local officials, and politicians—through long-term emotional connections. The aim, he asserts, is to eventually build relationships that could lead to marriage and domestic life.

Furthermore, Alia Rosa, a former Russian spy, highlighted that foreign agents are actively trying to infiltrate Silicon Valley to gain access to cutting-edge technologies. Rosa detailed how such manipulation commences with “love bombing,” wherein spies shower targets with compliments and emotional appeals to engender a sense of rescue.

Waller cautioned the public, saying, “If a stunning individual from China shows interest and you’re not really in that league, she’s likely a spy.”