Report finds systemic failures in collapsed China spy case
A damning parliamentary report reveals 'systemic failures' led to the collapse of a major China espionage trial, warning the issues could be repeated. Read the full findings.
A damning parliamentary report reveals 'systemic failures' led to the collapse of a major China espionage trial, warning the issues could be repeated. Read the full findings.
A parliamentary inquiry warns 'serious systemic failures' caused the China spy case to collapse, with risks it could happen again. Read the key findings and recommendations.
A parliamentary inquiry blames 'shambolic' systemic failures for the collapse of a high-profile case against two alleged Chinese spies, finding no evidence of government interference. Read the full report.
The UK government has postponed its ruling on China's controversial 'super-embassy' near Tower Bridge to 20 January, aligning with Keir Starmer's planned trip to Beijing. Read the latest on the diplomatic and security implications.
Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale cyber scamming, generating billions, has corrupted states across Southeast Asia, creating a new era of illicit 'scam states'. Read the full report.
New satellite imagery shows scam compounds in Myanmar have more than doubled since the 2021 coup. The UN warns Southeast Asia is 'ground zero' for a global fraud industry fuelled by human trafficking.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer warns China presents 'real national security threats' and criticises using Brexit as a foreign policy template. Read his full Guildhall speech analysis.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer warns China poses real security threats but urges a 'sober realist' policy. He also defends his foreign approach as a post-Brexit shift. Read the latest.
Japanese singer Maki Otsuki was forced to halt her Shanghai performance amid souring Japan-China relations. Discover how cultural events are being cancelled.
Growing anger over deadly Hong Kong apartment fires intensifies as Beijing warns against 'anti-China disruptors'. Read the latest developments and community response.
Georgia Stanway scored a perfect hat-trick as England's Lionesses demolished China 8-0 at Wembley. Read our match analysis of this dominant display.
England's women's football team delivered a stunning 4-0 victory against China in their international friendly. Read our full match report and analysis.
Wembley Stadium hosts a thrilling friendly as England face China. Fran Kirby honoured pre-match. Team news and last-minute squad update revealed.
Snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan reveals he would retire if not for his partnerships in China and Saudi Arabia. Get the full story on his future plans.
Keira Walsh captains England against China in a sold-out Wembley friendly. A tactical test for both sides as they build towards future tournaments. Follow the action.
A record 3.7 million applicants in China are competing for just 38,100 civil service roles, highlighting a major shift towards job security amid economic uncertainty. Discover the driving forces behind this trend.
The Biden administration terminates Temporary Protected Status for Myanmar, affecting thousands and sparking deportation concerns. Learn about the implications and community response.
Donald Trump has reportedly urged Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to 'dial down the volume' in the dispute with China over Taiwan. Discover the diplomatic implications.
Myanmar's military regime welcomes the US ending Temporary Protected Status for its citizens, a move human rights monitors call dangerous. Discover the implications.
Protests erupt in China's Guizhou province over a controversial cremation directive, highlighting a 70% surge in rural unrest. Explore the clash between policy and tradition.
On the eve of the budget, we assess the criticism facing Chancellor Rachel Reeves, her pitch to Labour MPs, and the potential for tax rises. Plus, a warning on China tariffs.
Taiwan's Prime Minister Cho Jung-tai declares a 'return' to China is not an option following a phone call between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump. Explore the escalating tensions.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping told Donald Trump that Taiwan's return remains vital to China's interests during their recent phone discussion. Read the full analysis.
Trump administration terminates protected status for Myanmar nationals despite ongoing military dictatorship. Learn how this affects thousands and the legal challenges ahead.
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi fails to secure meeting with Chinese premier at G20 summit amid Taiwan dispute. Public backing rises despite diplomatic freeze. Read the full analysis.
Keir Starmer unveils UK's critical minerals strategy with £50m funding to reduce dependency on China. Plan targets domestic lithium production and supply chain resilience by 2035.
New research reveals China's systematic poverty reduction has dramatically cut extreme poverty while US inequality widens. Discover the contrasting approaches shaping global economic futures.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to approve plans for a new Chinese embassy in London, despite security concerns and parliamentary opposition. Read the full story.
Sir Keir Starmer's government prepares to greenlight China's new mega-embassy at Royal Mint Court despite security concerns. Final decision expected 10 December.
A Chinese man wins 'world's laziest' title after lying still for 33 hours in shopping mall competition. Discover the bizarre 'bed rotting' trend sweeping social media and its health impacts.