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China Slams UK Espionage Claims as 'Malicious Slander'

11/19/2025

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A Chinese government spokesman condemned the UK, calling the accusations "pure fabrication" and "malicious slander" and urging Britain to mend relations.
The issue involves concerns over Chinese espionage, highlighted by a former Tory adviser who received suspicious LinkedIn messages from a recruiter linked to the Chinese Ministry of State Security.
The adviser warned that the CCP targets individuals in the UK and noted broader national security implications amid Britain's vulnerabilities.

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A Chinese government spokesman condemned the UK, calling the accusations "pure fabrication" and "malicious slander" and urging Britain to mend relations.
The issue involves concerns over Chinese espionage, highlighted by a former Tory adviser who received suspicious LinkedIn messages from a recruiter linked to the Chinese Ministry of State Security.
The adviser warned that the CCP targets individuals in the UK and noted broader national security implications amid Britain's vulnerabilities.