The communist regime in China has very specific tactics when it seeks out foreign politicians and individuals to do its bidding, according to a recent French-language report. In the eyes of the regime, some foreigners can simply be used by Chinese agents to “pass on messages or influence opinions.” Another group consists of individuals who can be “maneuvered,” either by ideology or interest, into becoming “useful idiots.” The third group of people accepts the idea of promoting the regime’s interests and Beijing entrusts them for “more precise directive.” Then there are those who are “formally recruited” by the regime. This grouping was explained in the 650-page report published by the French Military School Strategic Research Institute (known by its French acronym IRSEM), an independent agency affiliated with the French Ministry of Armed Forces. The report maps out Beijing’s global influence operations, including those targeting ethnic Chinese living outside of China, …