Tehran- IRAF- Citing a recent analysis by Modern Diplomacy, Iran and China have launched joint cooperation aimed at identifying intelligence breaches and countering Mossad operations.
Previously, in July 2025, Tehran—together with China and Russia—conducted assessments into how the Israeli regime infiltrated certain government databases, including civil registration and passport systems. The goal of this cooperation has been described as closing technical gaps and preventing adversaries from exploiting Iran’s information infrastructure.
Strengthening Iran’s Space and Intelligence Capabilities with Chinese Technology
Modern Diplomacy writes that China, by providing investigation satellites and cooperating with advanced companies such as Chang Guang, is enhancing Iran’s ability to monitor the movements of the Israeli regime.
Iran has also decided to fully adopt China’s BeiDou navigation system as a replacement for GPS in order to reduce its dependence on Western technologies—an initiative expected to increase the security of the country’s critical infrastructure against hacking and external disruptions.
China’s Role in Rebuilding Iran’s Missile Capabilities
According to Modern Diplomacy, China has played a significant role in rebuilding parts of Iran’s missile capabilities that were targeted by Israeli attacks during the 12-day war.
This cooperation includes the supply of solid-fuel raw materials such as sodium perchlorate, microprocessors, and precision guidance systems.
Tehran and Beijing are also working together to strengthen Iran’s air defense and radar systems. Iran is reportedly seeking access to advanced Chinese radar systems such as YLC-8B and JY-27A, which are capable of detecting stealth fighter jets, including the F-35.
Stability of the Islamic Republic: A Strategic Interest for China
Within the framework of the 25-year Iran–China cooperation agreement, Beijing considers the stability of the Islamic Republic to be part of its strategic interests in the region.
China has repeatedly voiced opposition to any form of foreign interference in Iran’s internal affairs and has warned against the escalation of intelligence and military tensions between Iran and the Israeli regime, noting that instability in the region could disrupt global energy routes and trade corridors vital to China’s economy.
China’s Strategies to Counter Mossad’s Influence
In its report, Modern Diplomacy highlights several key pillars of China’s strategy:
- Strengthening Iran’s cybersecurity and replacing Western software with secure Chinese systems
- Reducing Iran’s dependence on American and Israeli technologies
- Implementing China’s new five-year plan with a focus on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity cooperation in Iran
- Supplying defense and missile equipment and assisting in the reconstruction of Iran’s arsenal
Intelligence Cooperation Within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization
China is also seeking to strengthen the intelligence mechanisms of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to counter foreign sabotage operations.
In 2025, SCO member states agreed to establish a “Comprehensive Security Center”, aimed at enhancing intelligence coordination among members—including Iran—and helping neutralize operations attributed to Mossad.
A Threat to the Belt and Road Initiative
According to Modern Diplomacy, Beijing views Mossad’s infiltration in Iran as a direct threat to its economic interests and to the Belt and Road Initiative. Any instability in Iran could affect China’s critical trade routes through the Red Sea, Bab al-Mandab, and the Strait of Hormuz.
For this reason, China has accelerated the transfer of defensive technologies to Iran and is working to create a new balance of power in the region to prevent the Israeli regime from reestablishing absolute air superiority.
