How The U.S. Caught A Chinese Spy

CNBC’s Eamon Javers explores how U.S. companies are in the crosshairs of China’s economic espionage efforts, all while trying to do business in one of the world’s biggest markets. In this in-depth report, Javers examines the unprecedented case of Xu Yanjun, a spy from China who was convicted in U.S. federal court of trying to steal GE engine secrets, and what it reveals about China’s plans to take on Boeing, GE Aviation, Honeywell and the rest of America’s aerospace industry. Watch the video to find out how U.S. law enforcement caught a spy from China’s Ministry of State Security. Chapters: 01:37 — Spotting a target 05:59 — Investigation begins 08:18 — Made in China 12:30 — Catching a spy 18:38 — Winning the espionage war Correspondent: Eamon Javers Produced by: Kathy Liu Additional Reporting by: Bria Cousins, Christie Gripenburg, Laura Measher Edited by: Allison Stedman Animation: Peter Kourkoumelis Executive Producer: Wally Griffith » Subscribe to CNBC:  » Subscribe to CNBC TV:  About CNBC: From 'Wall Street' to 'Main Street' to award winning original documentaries and Reality TV series, CNBC has you covered. Experience special sneak peeks of your favorite shows, exclusive video and more. Connect with CNBC News Online Get the latest news:  Follow CNBC on LinkedIn:  Follow CNBC News on Facebook:  Follow CNBC News on Twitter:  Follow CNBC News on Instagram:  #CNBC How The U.S. Caught A Chinese Spy