UK faces claims of capitulation to China after spy trial collapses

Critics say London must hold Beijing to account on security, human rights

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Christopher Cash, left, and Christopher Berry were charged in London for spying for China, but their cases were dropped after prosecutors said they were unable to obtain evidence from the government. (Nikkei collage/Source photos by Reuters) © Reuters

JESSIE LAU

LONDON -- The British government is facing fresh accusations of turning a blind eye to security threats posed by Beijing and prioritizing closer economic ties, following the collapse of a Chinese spy trial.

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