The British government has taken a firm stance against China's alleged illicit intelligence activities, summoning Chinese Ambassador Zheng Zeguang to address the concerns. This move follows the recent charges brought against three individuals in the UK for breaching the National Security Act 2023.

The accused individuals allegedly provided sensitive intelligence information to foreign services, compromising UK national security.The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) condemned China's actions, labeling them a "recent pattern of behavior" that includes cyberattacks, espionage, and issuing bounties.

The FCDO emphasized that such actions violate international conduct norms and are unacceptable. The UK government's strong response highlights growing concerns over national security and international espionage.

The summoning of Ambassador Zheng is a significant diplomatic move, underscoring the UK's commitment to protecting its national security and upholding international relations norms. As the situation develops, the UK government's firm stance is likely to have implications for UK-China relations and global diplomatic dynamics.