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China ran secret police operation in heart of London

Peter Wai, 41, and Bill Yuen, 66, jailed for spying for Beijing in first case of its kind...

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Jun 19, 2026

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China ran secret police operation in heart of London

AI Insight:This case marks a significant escalation of China's espionage activities in the UK, raising concerns about national security.

Peter Wai, 41, and Bill Yuen, 66, were recently jailed for spying on behalf of Beijing in a landmark case that has sent shockwaves through British intelligence circles. The two men, who were convicted of breaching the Official Secrets Act, were found to have been working for China's Ministry of State Security in a secret police operation that was carried out from the heart of London. According to court documents, Wai and Yuen were tasked with gathering intelligence on British politicians, officials, and business leaders, as well as identifying potential targets for Chinese espionage. The case has sparked concerns about the extent to which China has infiltrated British society and the potential risks to national security. It is believed to be the first case of its kind in the UK, highlighting the growing threat posed by Chinese espionage to Western countries.