Three Charged for Assisting Hong Kong Intelligence in UK Amid Foreign Interference Probe
May 13, 2024
Three men, Chi Leung (Peter) Wai, Matthew Trickett, and Chung Biu Yuen, have been charged under Britain's National Security Act for aiding the Hong Kong intelligence service.
The trio is scheduled to appear in court on Monday following their arrests related to foreign interference in the U.K.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has recently cautioned that the U.K. is navigating perilous times, citing an 'axis of authoritarian states' including China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran.
The broader investigation into foreign interference has resulted in the arrests of 11 individuals, with eight subsequently released.
Commander Dominic Murphy has emphasized that there's no broader risk to the public, while also advising against speculation or public commentary on the ongoing case.
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The New York Times • May 13, 2024
U.K. Police Charge 3 Men With Aiding Hong Kong Intelligence Service
The Guardian • May 13, 2024
Three men charged with aiding Hong Kong intelligence service, says Met
The Independent • May 13, 2024
Hong Kong spies: Three men charged with assisting for Chinese intelligence service and foreign interference
ABC News • May 13, 2024
3 charged in UK with assisting the Hong Kong intelligence service