Alleged Chinese spy who befriended Prince Andrew is ‘tip of iceberg’, Tory MP says (www.theguardian.com)
from MicroWave@lemmy.world to world@lemmy.world on 16 Dec 12:27
https://lemmy.world/post/23198950

Summary

Former Tory leader Iain Duncan Smith has warned that an alleged Chinese spy, linked to Prince Andrew, represents just the “tip of the iceberg” in Beijing’s infiltration efforts in the UK.

The man, known as H6 due to a court order, reportedly gained Prince Andrew’s trust to act on his behalf in business ventures.

Smith criticized delays to the UK’s Foreign Influence Registration Scheme and accused the government of weakness toward China.

Tensions persist over Labour leader Keir Starmer’s recent efforts to reset relations with Beijing, sparking criticism from MPs and trade unions.

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palordrolap@fedia.io on 16 Dec 13:31 next collapse

"Of course, I know this through third parties, and not because I ever had dinner with any foreign operatives myself.", he added, making a poor attempt at hiding several glaring nervous tics.

(This is a joke, but it's probably not far from the truth.)

Buelldozer@lemmy.today on 16 Dec 14:48 next collapse

Western leadership has been festooned with Chinese Intelligence Operatives since at least the mid-90s. In just the last decade there’s been multiple cases uncovered in the U.S., Germany, France, and the UK. I’m sure there’s more, those are just the ones I know of off the top of my head.

MrNesser@lemmy.world on 16 Dec 14:54 next collapse

So name th fucker then.

Taking bets it’s going to be a public figure

addie@feddit.uk on 16 Dec 22:18 collapse

Yang Tengbo; “businessman” rather than anyone particularly public.

Rogue@feddit.uk on 17 Dec 00:19 collapse

Nah, he has said he’s not a spy so it can’t be him

HootinNHollerin@lemmy.dbzer0.com on 16 Dec 16:30 next collapse

The UK Royal family rn <img alt="" src="https://files.catbox.moe/7yyob4.jpeg">

DandomRude@lemmy.world on 16 Dec 16:30 collapse

Oh, Prince Andrew again. Well, this news is at least a little more flattering - or rather not quite as damning - compared to the last few times I’ve heard about him. Seems like a really great guy with very reliable business partners and kind-hearted friends, this prince.