UK Delays China Relations Review as Spy Allegations Stir Controversy

The Labour government postpones a key policy review on UK-China ties, following security concerns over a businessman linked to Prince Andrew and alleged Chinese espionage.

• Labour's review of UK-China relations has been postponed to spring 2025, delaying decisions on designating China a national security threat under a new foreign influence registration scheme.
• The delay comes as Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to visit Beijing in January, focusing on financial services and economic engagement with China.
• Yang Tengbo, a businessman with ties to Prince Andrew, has been accused of links to Chinese state operations, which he denies, calling the allegations 'ill-founded.'
• MI5 and UK security officials urge stricter scrutiny of Chinese influence, citing concerns over espionage and infiltration of British institutions.
• China's embassy in London condemns the allegations as politically motivated, calling for an end to 'anti-China manipulation' and emphasizing mutual respect in bilateral relations.

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