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MI5 warns of Chinese spy threat to UK academics

Original: MI5 has issued an unprecedented public warning about a new Chinese spy threat targeting British academics. The Security

MI5 has issued an unprecedented public warning about a new Chinese espionage threat aimed at British academics. The Security Service says a Chinese institute is secretly attempting to exploit the expertise of UK universities and research bodies to help Beijing develop more powerful technology. The warning urges researchers and institutions to be vigilant about approaches from individuals or organisations linked to the Chinese state.

Why now: It is a rare public intervention by MI5 on state espionage, raising concerns about national security and academic freedom.

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• MI5 has issued an unprecedented public warning about a new Chinese spy threat targeting British academics. The Security Service says a Chinese institute is secretly trying to exploit the expertise of universities and other research bodies to help Beijing build more powerful · SkyNews · 604

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