US deeply concerned' after Chinese super-embassy' approved in London
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US deeply concerned' after Chinese super-embassy' approved in London
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"US officials have said they are deeply concerned by Sir Keir Starmer's decision to approve a Chinese super embassy in London, despite concerns raised by security experts and international allies. The government gave the green light to a planning application on Tuesday, undeterred by warnings from MI5 that it cannot eliminate every potential risk posed by the new site. The US is the latest UK ally to weigh in on the plans, amid growing tensions between Sir Keir and Donald Trump following the US president's outburst over the Chagos Islands deal on Tuesday."
"Beijing's proposals for the building are reported to include 208 secret rooms and a hidden chamber in the basement. Those opposed to the plans fear the hidden chamber would be located in close proximity to data cables used by Britain's financial industry for communications between the City of London and Canary Wharf."
A major news outlet emphasizes on-the-ground journalism across issues from reproductive rights to climate change and Big Tech and seeks reader donations to fund reporters. The outlet keeps reporting free of paywalls so content remains broadly accessible and funded by those who can afford to contribute. US officials expressed concern after the UK approved plans for a Chinese 'super embassy' in London despite MI5 warnings that some risks cannot be eliminated. Reported proposals include 208 secret rooms and a hidden basement chamber. Opponents fear the chamber could sit close to data cables linking the City of London and Canary Wharf, creating potential infrastructure vulnerabilities amid rising diplomatic tensions.
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