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Labour MP’s partner among 3 arrested in UK on suspicion of spying for China

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Three individuals, including the partner of a Labour MP, were arrested in the UK on suspicion of spying for China, according to British authorities. The arrests occurred in March 2026 as part of a counterintelligence operation targeting alleged foreign interference in UK political and security matters. The detained individuals include a researcher linked to quantum technology and cybersecurity, raising concerns about potential espionage in sensitive scientific sectors. UK security services have intensified scrutiny of Chinese-linked activities amid growing tensions over technology transfers and intellectual property theft. No formal charges have been filed, but the case underscores escalating geopolitical risks tied to quantum computing and advanced research collaboration.
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