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This internal memo details Moscow’s perception of China's growing influence and espionage activities within Russia. The FSB’s counterintelligence program, dubbed Anton 4, was initiated just before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Its purpose is to combat Chinese espionage, which Moscow believes is intensifying. Beijing's efforts include the theft of sensitive military technology, recruitment of Russian scientists, and exploitation of Russia’s distraction with Ukraine to gather intelligence.