Synonyms of counterespionage

counterespionage

noun

as in counterintelligence

Related Words

• counterintelligence
• espionage
• spying
• intelligence
• reconnaissance
• cloak-and-dagger
• surveillance
• tradecraft
• wiretapping
• observation
• bugging
• eavesdropping
• lowdown
• dope
• goods

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of counterespionage

Other than the counterespionage law amendment, Beijing has in recent years expanded the remit of its national security apparatus through sweeping legislation, giving authorities broader powers to scrutinize foreign nationals and organizations. — John Liu, CNN Money, 23 July 2025

But the ruling raises serious questions about the agency, which focuses on counterespionage, terrorism and sabotage. — Willem Marx, NPR, 3 July 2025

Hobbs' spokesperson, Christian Slater, said the governor's proposal was not a response to the chorus of conservative criticism of her veto but a result of her concern that the prior bill was not an effective counterespionage measure. — Stacey Barchenger, AZCentral.com, 10 June 2025

China’s recent expansion of its counterespionage law to cover a much wider array of information, coupled with raids on some advisory firms and a pickup in exit bans on foreigners, has made the business environment more uncertain. — Jami Miscik, Foreign Affairs, 24 May 2023