UK warns against ‘foreign intimidation’ over Hong Kong-linked spying convictions

The United Kingdom has summoned China's ambassador, Zheng Zeguang, following the conviction of two men linked to Hong Kong's trade office in London for spying on activists. Bill Yuen Chung-biu, a manager at the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, and Peter Wai Chi-leung, who operated a security firm, were found guilty of assisting a foreign intelligence service. The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office issued a warning against foreign states attempting to intimidate or harass individuals on British soil. The convictions occurred in a national security court case. This action underscores the UK's stance against foreign interference and espionage activities within its borders.