Liberal Democrats Raise Alarm Over UK-China Trade Pursuit and "Super-Embassy"

Daisy Cooper, the Liberal Democrat deputy leader, has voiced concerns regarding the British Prime Minister's engagement with China. Her comments underscore current tensions in the relationship between the two nations.

Cooper highlighted several ongoing issues, noting that the Chinese government continues to detain British citizen Jimmy Lai. She also pointed to reports of the Chinese government pursuing pro-democracy protesters within Britain itself.

The Liberal Democrat deputy leader added that the British Prime Minister has approached China with the aim of securing a trade agreement. Cooper suggested a connection between this trade pursuit and the promise of a "super-embassy."

Cooper expressed significant concern that this proposed embassy would facilitate continued espionage by the Chinese government.