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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

National security comes first, minister says amid reports Chinese embassy in London nearing approval UK politics live

Keir Starmer insisted he would robustly protect the UK's national interests in response to speculation he will visit China early next year and the country's controversial embassy in London will be approved, reports the PA news agency. The prime minister said that no visit to China had yet been confirmed, while officials refused to comment on speculation about the planned embassy near the Tower of London.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Approving controversial Chinese mega-embassy in London 'unlawful,' ministers told amid espionage fears

Opponents are increasing pressure against Beijing's plan to convert Royal Mint Court in East Smithfield into a 20,000 m² embassy amid redacted plans and security concerns.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Ministers delay planning decision on Chinese super-embassy' in London

Ministers have delayed a decision on whether to grant planning permission to a proposed Chinese super-embassy in London amid concerns about redacted drawings in the building's plans. The deputy prime minister, Angela Rayner, was due to make a decision on 9 September but has pushed this back to 21 October, saying more time is needed to consider the plans for the development, which would occupy a sprawling 20,000 sq metres (5 acres) at Royal Mint Court in east London.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Hackers, secret cables and security fears: The explosive fight over the UK's new Chinese embassy

A new Chinese embassy in London is controversial due to security and espionage concerns associated with its proposed location.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Germany summons Chinese envoy over laser-targeting of surveillance plane

Chinese warship targeted a German surveillance aircraft with a laser, prompting a diplomatic summons from Germany's foreign ministry.
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

Planned Chinese 'super embassy' in London includes spy hub' for 200 officers

Plans for a new Chinese embassy in London include on-site accommodation for over 200 intelligence officers, stirring controversy in the redevelopment bid.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago

China 'super embassy' protests cost police almost 350,000 over two days

The protests against China's super embassy in London resulted in significant policing costs, raising concerns over future public spending.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago

White House urges Keir Starmer to block Chinese 'super embassy' in London amid national security fears

The controversial Chinese embassy project in the UK raises serious national security concerns amid fears of espionage and cyber attacks.
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