The United Kingdom once again delayed its decision last week on whether to green light China 's push for a new, massive embassy in the heart of London. It would not only be the largest Chinese embassy in Europe, but also one of the largest in the world.

Beijing's hope, however, still hangs in frustrated limbo after three decision delays, six major anti-embassy protests and Prime Minister Keir Starmer last week calling China "a country that poses real national security threats to the United Kingdom." His defense minister further cited "complexities of the national security implications."

Critics fear the so-called "super embassy" could serve as a super hub for intelligence gathering – physically and technologically, impacting not just the United Kingdom, but also the continent.

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