Hong Kong dissident Nathan Law on China spies in UK: ‘We’re not surprised’
Law says conviction of two men for spying raises serious concerns about how they accessed sensitive information
TL;DR
- Nathan Law, an exiled Hong Kong protest leader, was not surprised by the conviction of two men for spying, as he was aware he was a target.
- The conviction of Chi Leung “Peter” Wai and Chung Biu “Bill” Yuen marks the first time Chinese spies have been convicted in British criminal history.
- Law expressed concern over Wai's access as a UK Border Force official and special constable, allowing him to access sensitive personal information.
- NGO Hong Kong Aid reported that addresses of Hongkongers in Britain have been exposed online, with threats of violence against them.
- The article notes increased fear among the Hong Kong diaspora in the UK, leading many to avoid political engagement and self-censor.