AUSTRALIA_ PM’s China warning after NSW Labor MP Shaoquett Moselmane’s home raided

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PM’s China warning after NSW Labor MP Shaoquett Moselmane’s home raided

The PM has warned foreign powers including China that Australia “won’t cop” attempts to influence our politics after dramatic raids today.

Samantha Maiden @samanthamaiden
news.com.au  June 26, 20203:08pm

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The Sydney home of a NSW Labor upper house MP has been searched by Australian Federal Police and ASIO officers. Picture: Bianca De Marchi/AAP Source:AAP


Prime Minister Scott Morrison has warned foreign powers including China that Australia “won’t cop” attempts to influence politics in Australia in the wake of dramatic raids in Sydney today.

Describing the matters under investigation by ASIO as “serious” Mr Morrison said the ASIO raids targeting NSW Labor MP Shaoquett Moselmane underlined the threat of foreign influence operations.

“We won’t cop anyone coming and seeking to interfere in our political system, in our energy sector, in any area of perceived opportunity for an outside actor,’’ he said.

“We won’t cop it. We are a resilient people. We will stand up to it. And we will take action, as what you’ve seen today demonstrates.”

The Prime Minister said the investigation was being pursued by the task force the Morrison Government established, which became operational last December.

“The details of that, I’m not at liberty to go into as I’m sure you’d expect but it’s been investigation that has been going on for some time. It’s taken — it’s elevated to a new level today,’’ he said.

“I think — the actions of the Australian Federal Police and ASIO demonstrate that the threats in this area are real. The need to take action is necessary and the Government is absolutely determined to ensure that nobody interferes with Australia’s activities.

“They’re extremely serious. The actions taken by ASIO and the AFP demonstrate that seriousness.

“I was briefed on these matters last night and advised that they would be taking these actions. These are matters that I’m also aware of have been under investigation for some time.”



Scott Morrison issued a warning to foreign powers in the wake of this morning’s raids. Picture: Lukas Coch/AAPSource:AAP



Rockdale mayor Shaoquett Moselmane leaving an Independent Commission Against Corruption inquest (ICAC) in Sydney.Source:News Corp Australia


The Australian Federal Police this morning raided properties linked to Mr Moselmane, who made bizarre comments over China and COVID-19.

In a statement, the spy agency confirmed the AFP raids were part of an ASIO operation.

It is believed the investigation relates to Chinese foreign influence in Australia.

“ASIO can confirm that search warrant activity is occurring in Sydney this morning as part of an ongoing investigation,’’ a spokesman said.

“This activity does not relate to any specific threat to the community. While this activity occurs it would not be appropriate to comment further.”

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