Royal Mint Court

Royal Mint Court is the location of a planned new Chinese embassy complex in London, situated near the Tower of London. Formerly the headquarters of Britain's coin maker, the site was purchased by China in 2018. It is newsworthy due to the recent approval granted by the UK government for the embassy's construction, despite ongoing security concerns and potential impacts on political exiles. This decision concludes a lengthy planning process but has been met with resistance from Royal Mint Court residents, who are planning a legal challenge. The development is significant as it paves the way for what will be the largest Chinese embassy in Europe and potentially influences Prime Minister Keir Starmer's upcoming visit to China.