Yes, absolutely. The approach would be slightly different. If there is one thing I can say with certainty, it is that countries that try to obtain information or influence people use those people's specific situation to get information from them.
I don't know what else could be done, but it would be very important for the committee members to be briefed in detail on the risks they will be exposed to. If they have the least suspicion that someone is trying to influence them, they should be actively encouraged to report it to the appropriate authorities.