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UK Delays Chinese Embassy Decision Amid Security Fears
12/3/2025
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Story summary
- The UK's decision on a Chinese 'super embassy' in London is postponed to January 20, 2026, with MI5 (the Security Service) and MI6 (the Secret Intelligence Service) reportedly supporting the plan.
- Security concerns persist that the embassy could operate as a spy hub.
- Protests by Hong Kong dissidents fear detention, and Sir Keir Starmer, leader of the Labour Party, urged a firm stance on China.
