UK MPs Move to Block China’s Mega-Embassy Amid Security, Espionage Fears
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Published: Jan 14, 2026, 23:06 IST | Updated: Jan 14, 2026, 23:06 IST
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Britain’s government is under mounting pressure to reject plans for a massive Chinese embassy in central London, after lawmakers across party lines warned it could threaten national security. Critics cite fears of espionage, cyber access to sensitive data, and transnational repression, while the government insists the decision remains under review. The outcome could shape the future of UK-China relations at a critical geopolitical moment.
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