As Canada and UK hit refresh on China ties, is this the end of Five Eyes?

Canada and the UK are signaling a desire to re-evaluate their relationship with China, despite China being accused of espionage by the Five Eyes intelligence alliance. This shift comes as Western economies navigate unpredictable US policies. The Five Eyes alliance, formed after World War II between the US and UK and later expanded to include Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, focuses on intelligence sharing. While this move presents a challenge for the non-US members of the alliance, observers believe they are unlikely to withdraw from the group. The balancing act reflects the need to engage with China economically while addressing security concerns.

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