Defecting Chinese diplomat 'abandoned'

Australia: "Defecting Chinese diplomat Chen Yonglin has accused the Federal Government of colluding with China to prevent him gaining political asylum.

"At times in tears, Mr Chen has told a news conference he feels abandoned by the Federal Government.

"Mr Chen blames Australia's growing relationship with China for the inaction.

"He says China is engaged in an extended campaign to influence Australia strategically, economically and culturally in order to move Australia's allegiance away from the United States.

"Mr Chen says the Federal Government is now ignoring human rights violations in China and even assisting the Chinese Government to deal with politically sensitive matters such as Falun Gong."
Source: ABC News