UK warned to stop 'dragging heels' on China threat
The parliamentary intelligence watchdog warns the government is delaying a decision to place China on an enhanced threat tier, demanding action on security risks.
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UK must stop 'dragging heels' on China threat, watchdog says
The parliamentary intelligence watchdog warns the government is delaying a decision to place China on an enhanced threat tier, amid MI5 warnings and a collapsed spy case. Read the full report.
PepsiCo sells Pizza Hut China stake to Hillhouse Capital
PepsiCo divests controlling stake in Pizza Hut China operations to private equity firm Hillhouse Capital, marking significant restructuring of fast-food investments in Chinese market.
UK University Research Halted After Chinese Pressure - Police Probe
Counter-terrorism police are investigating allegations that a British university suspended sensitive research following pressure from Chinese authorities, raising serious concerns about academic freedom and foreign influence.
Sheffield Hallam University faces China partnership scrutiny
Exclusive investigation reveals Sheffield Hallam University faces criticism over its extensive partnerships with Chinese institutions and potential national security implications.
Xi Jinping's alleged US election interference revealed
Exclusive: Billionaire investor Scott Bessent tells Senate committee about Chinese President Xi Jinping's purported admission of US election interference, raising serious questions about foreign influence in American democracy.
Trump considered recognising Pacific islands to counter China
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump allegedly considered recognising several Pacific islands as independent nations during his administration, in a bold geopolitical gambit targeting Chinese influence.
Tory MP investigated over undeclared China trip
Shadow minister under investigation for alleged failure to declare all-expenses-paid visit to China, raising questions about transparency and foreign influence in UK politics.
China spy trial witness dodges key questions in court
Key witness in Chinese espionage case avoids crucial questions about Beijing's alleged interference in British legal proceedings, raising concerns about foreign influence operations.
Trump's high-risk China trip amid trade war tensions
Former President Donald Trump embarks on his most perilous foreign mission yet, heading to China as trade tensions reach boiling point. Exclusive analysis of the risks and potential rewards.
Washington's secret plan to counter Russia-China influence
Exclusive insight reveals Washington's comprehensive strategy to challenge growing Russian and Chinese influence through strengthened alliances and economic partnerships worldwide.
UK prosecutors trained by Chinese government institutions
Exclusive investigation reveals Crown Prosecution Service lawyers received training from Chinese government institutions, raising serious questions about foreign influence and legal independence.
Attorney General's secret China meeting exposed
Victoria Prentis faces mounting pressure after undisclosed meeting with Chinese officials and Prime Minister's Office, raising transparency concerns in UK government.
Labour's Secret China Summits Revealed
Exclusive investigation uncovers Labour Party's undisclosed meetings with Chinese officials, raising questions about transparency and foreign influence in British politics.
China accused of covert UK housing policy influence
Shadow Communities Secretary Steve Reed reveals intelligence suggesting Beijing is attempting to covertly influence British housing policy and local planning decisions.
MPs favour conspiracy over cock-up in China spy row
MPs are favouring elaborate conspiracy theories over simple incompetence in the escalating China spy case row, revealing Westminster's deepening political divisions and security concerns.
China arrests pastor Jin Mingri in Zion Church crackdown
Exclusive investigation reveals Chinese authorities' intensified crackdown on underground Christian churches, with prominent pastor Jin Mingri facing serious charges amid growing religious persecution concerns.
Beijing courts both UK government and Labour in influence bid
Exclusive investigation reveals Chinese Communist Party officials held private meetings with UK ministers and Labour representatives in coordinated influence campaign ahead of potential government change.
Starmer scrutinised over China meeting during CPS tenure
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer under fire for undisclosed 2017 meeting with Chinese officials while serving as Director of Public Prosecutions, raising questions about transparency and foreign influence.
Gove: Beijing Laughs as UK Security Crumbles
Senior Tory Michael Gove delivers chilling assessment of China's influence operations targeting Britain's political institutions, as Labour faces scrutiny over alleged spy links.
Ex-Labour chief advises shadow minister amid China work
Exclusive: Tony Blair's former right-hand man Jonathan Powell engages with Chinese officials while advising Labour's Bridget Phillipson on education policy, raising questions about foreign influence in British politics.
Ex-PM chief blocked from China role over security fears
Exclusive: Jonathan Powell, Tony Blair's former chief of staff, blocked from joining Chinese advisory board after UK government raises national security concerns about Beijing's influence operations.
Philippines: Chinese ship deliberately rammed our boat
Tensions escalate dramatically as Manila reports intentional ramming of government boat by Chinese ship in contested waters, marking dangerous new phase in maritime standoff.
Germany fears China's growing political influence in Berlin
Senior German officials express deepening concerns about China's expanding political sway in Berlin, warning of potential threats to European sovereignty and democratic processes.
Labour recalibrates China policy after spy case fails
The UK government is recalibrating its approach to Beijing following the dramatic collapse of a high-profile espionage case, signalling a potential thaw in Sino-British relations.
British teacher accused of spying in China
An English teacher and travel blogger's love affair with China has ended in dramatic fashion after being arrested on espionage charges, highlighting the perilous landscape for foreign content creators in the country.
Cooper warns of Balkan security threat to UK
Shadow Home Secretary warns of growing Russian and Chinese influence in Serbia and North Macedonia, urging immediate government action to prevent security threats to Britain.
Australia-Papua New Guinea Sign Historic Security Pact
In a landmark move that reshapes Pacific power dynamics, Australia has signed a comprehensive security agreement with Papua New Guinea, marking Canberra's strongest commitment yet to regional stability amid growing Chinese influence.
NZ's Peters strengthens Samoa ties in Pacific diplomacy push
New Zealand's Deputy PM Winston Peters makes strategic Pacific visit to Samoa, reinforcing diplomatic ties as China's regional influence grows
China threatens UK retaliation over foreign influence rules
Tensions escalate as China warns of 'necessary measures' against Britain's new foreign influence transparency regulations, marking a significant downturn in bilateral relations.
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