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UK approves China’s mega-embassy in London despite national security fears

The UK government has approved plans for China to build its largest embassy in Europe in central London. The decision has alarmed activists and MPs, who warn the site could be used to intimidate dissidents and enable surveillance. Pro-democracy activists from Hong Kong say they fear harassment, abduction and increased monitoring in Britain. Lawmakers also raise concerns about the embassy’s proximity to fibre-optic cables carrying sensitive financial and public data. UK security services have warned of Chinese influence operations, though they have not formally opposed the plans. China denies spying or harassment, while London insists security will not be compromised despite seeking closer trade ties. Critics say the move risks making Britain feel less safe for those who sought refuge there. Al Jazeera’s Milena Veselinovic reports from London. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X:   / ajenglish   Find us on Facebook:   / aljazeera   Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page:   / aljazeeraenglish   Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile #UKChinaEmbassy #ChineseMegaEmbassy #LondonNews #UKSecurityConcerns #ChinaUKRelations #EspionageRisk #ProDemocracyActivists #NationalSecurity #HongKongActivists #UKPolitics #SensitiveInfrastructure #BBCNews