General · 19 January 2026
US Speaker Expresses Disappointment Over China's London Embassy
US House Speaker Mike Johnson voiced his regret that the United States did not secure the location in London now slated for a large Chinese embassy. Johnson suggested the prominent embassy sends a message. MI5 officers have told the House of Commons speaker that they are 'very relaxed' about the proposed Chinese super-embassy in London. The planned 20,000 sq metre embassy will be constructed at Royal Mint Court near Tower Bridge.
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