British intelligence agencies issue a stern warning to China, condemning espionage and interference in the UK. Following a collapsed spying case, they aim to re-establish deterrence, emphasizing that such activities will not be tolerated. Persistent Chinese espionage efforts target official and commercial secrets, with historical ties to intellectual property theft. Chinas data collection from social media platforms like TikTok raises concerns, despite denials from the Chinese government. The British governments ambivalence towards classifying China as an enemy or rival continues to be exploited by Beijing, highlighting the complexities of modern international relations and national security.

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