China plans £255 million embassy near us Reasons for opposition to the embassy project

Residents near Tower Bridge are opposing the construction of a large Chinese embassy, purchased for £255 million, citing privacy and security concerns, especially in light of MI5 warnings about China’s threats to the UK. The Chinese government’s offer of free martial arts lessons has been met with disdain as locals fear they will be under surveillance and lack assurances about their safety and privacy.

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