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UK Delays Decision on Massive Chinese Embassy Again

12/3/2025

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Britain has delayed a decision on China's plan to build the largest embassy in Europe in London for a third time.
The decision is now due on January 20.
The proposed embassy at Royal Mint Court would cover 20,000 square meters.
The government is under scrutiny for its handling of Chinese spying allegations after the collapse of a trial involving two British men charged with espionage.

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Britain has delayed a decision on China's plan to build the largest embassy in Europe in London for a third time.
The decision is now due on January 20.
The proposed embassy at Royal Mint Court would cover 20,000 square meters.
The government is under scrutiny for its handling of Chinese spying allegations after the collapse of a trial involving two British men charged with espionage.