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While the specific country involved remains unnamed, Jennings suspects it might be a nation eager to copy Australian agricultural advancements—possibly to grow apples or other high-value crops—thereby depriving Australia of the economic benefits of its research.
Global Pattern of Industrial Espionage
Jennings points out that such incidents are not isolated but part of a global trend, notably in the United States and the European Union, where nations routinely engage in industrial espionage to steal intellectual property. While China’s role is prominent, Jennings stresses that espionage efforts are widespread across various countries.