China Tried to Headhunt British Officials, UK Government Says

Targets include individuals in ‘key positions’ in the government, the military, industries, and the wider society, according to the Cabinet Office.

Chinese and British flags fly on Pall Mall in London on Nov. 7, 2005 in London, England. Daniel Berehulak /Getty Images

The Chinese regime has targeted officials and other people in “key positions” with their recruitment schemes, the UK government said on Thursday.

It follows a string of recent revelations that suspected Chinese agents have targeted British politicians, officials, academics, and others for intelligence.