Danish Security and Intelligence Service (PET) has issued warnings regarding the potential for Danish DNA to end up in China due to research collaborations. These collaborations were initiated in the past.

The warning highlights concerns about the reach of China’s United Front network, which has influence agents operating in various countries, including Denmark. The PET’s assessment points to the risk of sensitive data, such as genetic information, being transferred to China through these collaborations.

The collaborations in question primarily involve research initiatives between Danish and Chinese institutions. While the specific nature of these collaborations varies, they often entail the exchange of data and expertise in fields like biotechnology and medicine.

The United Front Work Department is an organization that seeks to extend the influence of the Chinese Communist Party both domestically and abroad. It has been accused of espionage and interference in other countries’ affairs.