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UK Officials Alarmed by Proposed Chinese Embassy Near London

6/10/2025

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UK officials are on high alert regarding a proposed Chinese embassy near London’s financial hubs, spurred by US warnings. Technology Secretary Peter Kyle pledged a comprehensive response to ally concerns, while critics like Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp warn of potential espionage threats, raising alarms about national security.

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UK officials are on high alert regarding a proposed Chinese embassy near London’s financial hubs, spurred by US warnings. Technology Secretary Peter Kyle pledged a comprehensive response to ally concerns, while critics like Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp warn of potential espionage threats, raising alarms about national security.