UK Summons Chinese Ambassador After Convictions Over Hong Kong Spying Incident
Britain's Response to Hong Kong Spying Convictions
Background of the Incident
LONDON, May 7 (Reuters) - Britain will summon the Chinese ambassador following the conviction of two men for spying on behalf of Hong Kong and ultimately China, Security Minister Dan Jarvis said in a statement on Thursday.
Official Statement from Security Minister Dan Jarvis
Condemnation of Espionage Activities
“The activities carried out by these men, on behalf of China, are an infringement of our sovereignty and will never be tolerated," Jarvis said.
Commitment to National Security
"We will continue to hold China to account and challenge them directly for actions which put the safety of people in our country at risk.
Diplomatic Measures
"That is why the Foreign Office will summon the Chinese Ambassador to make it clear activity like this was, and will always be, unacceptable on UK soil."
Reporting and Editorial Credits
(Reporting by William James; Editing by Alex Richardson)
