Protests Erupt Over China's Proposed 'Mega-Embassy' in London

Demonstrators voice human rights and security concerns as the UK government prepares to decide on the controversial project.

Over 1,000 protesters gathered at the Royal Mint Court in London, opposing plans for what would be the largest Chinese embassy in Europe.
Critics, including Hong Kongers, Uyghurs, and local residents, fear the embassy could facilitate surveillance, detentions, and espionage on British soil.
The Labour government has called in the decision after Chinese President Xi Jinping raised the issue with Prime Minister Keir Starmer during a recent meeting.
The final approval rests with Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner following a public inquiry beginning next week, with local and national leaders divided on the issue.
The site’s proximity to critical communication infrastructure has raised additional security concerns from intelligence experts and lawmakers.