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UK Ministers Criticize Opposition Leader Starmer’s China Policy

The government pushes back amid rising diplomatic tension over spying allegations.

13 October 2025 · 01:06 UTC

UK ministers have sharply criticized opposition leader Keir Starmer’s stance on China, accusing him of being overly cautious in response to espionage allegations involving Chinese operatives.

The dispute comes amid heightened scrutiny of Britain’s national security policies and its evolving relationship with Beijing.