UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Condemns Chinese Meddling and Calls for Strong Action

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has criticized China for its "unacceptable" interference in British democracy after a parliamentary researcher was arrested on suspicion of spying for Beijing. Sunak raised his concerns with Premier Li Qiang during a meeting at the G20 summit in India. Tensions between the UK and China have been escalating over accusations of economic subterfuge, human rights abuses, and Beijing's crackdown on civil liberties in Hong Kong. UK spy services have warned about Beijing's covert activities, with MI5 and MI6 highlighting China as a significant strategic challenge. China has denied meddling in foreign politics and criticized British interference in its internal affairs.