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Posted 9/10/2023, 4:29:00 PM

Sunak Raises 'Strong Concerns' About China Spying on UK Parliament to Premier Li

UK PM Sunak raised "strong concerns" about Chinese interference to Premier Li after parliament employee arrested.
Two men arrested under Official Secrets Act amid reports parliamentary researcher with links to senior Tories was spying for Beijing.
Researcher in 30s arrested in Oxfordshire, other man in 20s in Edinburgh on March 13.
Men released on bail until October as Met Counter Terrorism Command investigates.
Cross-party IPAC group "appalled" at reports of infiltration of UK Parliament by someone allegedly working for China.

cnn.com

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9/8/2023

Sunak Visits India for G20, Seeks to Boost UK-India Ties and Address Khalistani Extremism

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak arrived in India for the G20 Summit, expressing his respect for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his commitment to concluding a trade agreement between the UK and India, while also addressing issues such as Khalistani protests and the Russia-Ukraine war.

9/9/2023

Sunak's India Visit Highlights Reduced UK Global standing Despite Hope of Trade Deal

Rishi Sunak, the British Prime Minister, experienced a change of plans during his visit to India, highlighting the potential isolation of Britain on the world stage after Brexit, but remained optimistic about the prospects of a trade deal with India.

9/10/2023

UK and China Leaders Meet at G20 Amid Spy Arrest Tensions

Chinese Premier Li Qiang emphasizes the need for appropriate handling of differences, tolerance, and respect during his meeting with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, raising concerns about Chinese interference in the UK's parliamentary democracy but also pledging cooperation on technology and climate change.

9/11/2023

UK Parliamentary Spying Scandal Stokes Debate Over China Ties

The UK government faces pressure to take stronger action against China after a parliamentary researcher was arrested on charges of spying, with some senior Conservative MPs calling for China to be labeled as a threat and concerns being raised about Beijing's interference.

9/11/2023

UK-China Tensions Flare Over Arrest of Alleged Chinese Spy in UK Parliament

China has dismissed allegations of spying by a man arrested in London as "malicious slander" and a "political farce," urging the UK to stop its "anti-China political manipulation."

9/12/2023

Chinese Spy Scandal Rocks UK Parliament as Researcher Arrested for Allegedly Spying for Beijing

A British citizen working as a parliamentary researcher for MPs has been arrested on suspicion of spying for China, causing concern and raising questions about the vetting process for individuals working in the UK parliament.

9/12/2023

Sunak faces criticism over 'weak language' on Russia and inaction on Johal case at G20 summit

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faced heavy criticism in the House of Commons for not securing stronger language against Russia in the G20 leaders' declaration and for the UK being excluded from a new economic corridor agreement, while also being questioned about efforts to secure the release of Scottish Sikh Jagtar Singh Johal and India's purchase of oil from Russia.

9/14/2023

Sunak: China a Threat to UK's Values and Interests, New Laws Will Counter Its Influence

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak acknowledges the threat posed by China's Communist regime and promises to take necessary steps to protect the country from foreign state activity, in response to a critical report on the UK's China strategy by Parliament's Intelligence and Security Committee.

9/15/2023

Sunak Weighed Resigning Over Lockdown Fine But Was Persuaded to Stay by Murdoch Executives

Media mogul Rupert Murdoch's executives intervened to persuade Rishi Sunak, the former UK Chancellor, not to quit following his fine for breaking lockdown rules, according to a book by the Telegraph's political editor.

9/24/2023

Sunak's policy shifts on cars and climate draw fire for undercutting UK green goals

Former Greek finance minister Yanis Varoufakis accuses UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak of damaging the country's green credibility in an attempt to appeal to anti-climate policy segments of the population, following a major change in climate policies, which included delaying the ban on new petrol-only cars and other green policies.

10/2/2023

Sunak Faces Pressure to Withdraw UK From Human Rights Convention

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is facing pressure from members of his Cabinet to withdraw the UK from the European Convention on Human Rights, a move that could cause a major divide within the government ahead of the upcoming general election.

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Posted 9/10/2023, 4:29:00 PM

Sunak Raises 'Strong Concerns' About China Spying on UK Parliament to Premier Li

UK PM Sunak raised "strong concerns" about Chinese interference to Premier Li after parliament employee arrested.
Two men arrested under Official Secrets Act amid reports parliamentary researcher with links to senior Tories was spying for Beijing.
Researcher in 30s arrested in Oxfordshire, other man in 20s in Edinburgh on March 13.
Men released on bail until October as Met Counter Terrorism Command investigates.
Cross-party IPAC group "appalled" at reports of infiltration of UK Parliament by someone allegedly working for China.

cnn.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/8/2023

Sunak Visits India for G20, Seeks to Boost UK-India Ties and Address Khalistani Extremism

9/9/2023

Sunak's India Visit Highlights Reduced UK Global standing Despite Hope of Trade Deal

9/10/2023

UK and China Leaders Meet at G20 Amid Spy Arrest Tensions

9/11/2023

UK Parliamentary Spying Scandal Stokes Debate Over China Ties

9/11/2023

UK-China Tensions Flare Over Arrest of Alleged Chinese Spy in UK Parliament

China has dismissed allegations of spying by a man arrested in London as "malicious slander" and a "political farce," urging the UK to stop its "anti-China political manipulation."

9/12/2023

Chinese Spy Scandal Rocks UK Parliament as Researcher Arrested for Allegedly Spying for Beijing

9/12/2023

Sunak faces criticism over 'weak language' on Russia and inaction on Johal case at G20 summit

9/14/2023

Sunak: China a Threat to UK's Values and Interests, New Laws Will Counter Its Influence

9/15/2023

Sunak Weighed Resigning Over Lockdown Fine But Was Persuaded to Stay by Murdoch Executives

9/24/2023

Sunak's policy shifts on cars and climate draw fire for undercutting UK green goals

10/2/2023

Sunak Faces Pressure to Withdraw UK From Human Rights Convention