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US congressional committee warns on new Chinese embassy in London

Last updated: February 19, 2025 4:18 pm
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A US House of Representatives committee has raised concerns over China’s plans to build a massive embassy in London, citing significant security risks for the UK financial services industry.

The House China committee, chaired by Republican congressman John Moolenaar from Michigan, expressed worries about potential interference, surveillance, and risks to sensitive infrastructure like London’s financial services posed by China’s proposed mega-embassy in the UK.

China aims to construct its largest diplomatic complex in Europe near the Tower of London, replacing its current embassy in Marylebone. However, the project has faced opposition from local residents and politicians who fear increased espionage activities.

President Xi Jinping discussed the embassy project with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, while Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and British Foreign Secretary David Lammy also deliberated the issue during diplomatic talks in London.

Recent years have seen UK security officials, including MI5, speaking out against alleged Chinese espionage activities. The Tower Hamlets local authority rejected the embassy project last year on security grounds, prompting UK Housing Secretary Angela Rayner to take charge of the planning decision.

Although the Metropolitan Police initially opposed the plans due to concerns of potential protests impacting traffic, they later withdrew their objections. In January, Lammy and UK Home Secretary Yvette Cooper voiced support for the project, emphasizing the importance of diplomatic presences for countries.

Meanwhile, in Washington, the House China committee’s concerns coincide with the Trump administration’s deliberations on a deal between the UK and Mauritius that could affect a critical joint US-UK military base on Diego Garcia, part of the Chagos Archipelago. The US is wary of potential Chinese espionage at Diego Garcia, a key transit point for nuclear submarines and bombers.

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As the debate continues, it is crucial for the US and its allies to address security challenges posed by China’s expanding diplomatic presence and ensure the protection of national interests. Stay informed with the White House Watch newsletter for insights into the implications of the 2024 US election on Washington and the world.

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