Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
- UK to provide details of cyber security threat posed by China.
- Growing fears about China’s alleged espionage activity in the UK.
On Monday (Mar 25), the United Kingdom is set to reveal details of a cyber security threat posed by China. British Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden is expected to address parliament on the issue, with concerns rising about China’s alleged espionage activities in the UK. Last year, a researcher at the British Parliament was arrested on suspicion of spying for China, fueling worries about Chinese influence in sensitive political circles.
Reports suggest that the UK government may blame Beijing for a hack on the Electoral Commission in 2021, highlighting the need for increased vigilance against cyber threats. The Chinese embassy has denied these allegations, accusing London of baseless accusations. The head of MI5 previously accused China of carrying out espionage on an “epic scale,” targeting officials in politics, defence, and business to gain access to sensitive information.
The expected statement by Deputy Prime Minister Dowden comes amid a backdrop of heightened tensions between the UK and China, with concerns about national security and foreign interference shaping the discourse around cyber security.
