China’s espionage operations have become a “daily threat” to the UK’s national security, warns MI5 Chief, urging stronger counter-intelligence measures and global cooperation.

In a major security alert, the head of Britain’s domestic intelligence agency MI5 has issued a stern warning about China’s increasing espionage activities targeting the UK. The MI5 Chief described Beijing’s cyber and political spying as a persistent and evolving danger that threatens the nation’s political system, economy, and technology sectors.

According to the statement, China’s intelligence services are involved in cyber intrusions, recruitment of insiders, and technological theft aimed at gaining strategic advantage over the UK and its allies. The MI5 Chief emphasized that China’s long-term goal is to reshape international norms in its favor by using covert influence and intelligence networks.

He also urged British businesses, universities, and government institutions to enhance their data protection and awareness against foreign infiltration. The UK government is reportedly working closely with allies like the US and Australia to strengthen defense strategies against espionage and safeguard critical infrastructure.

The warning comes amid heightened global scrutiny of China’s intelligence tactics, which have included data breaches, technology theft, and manipulation campaigns in several Western nations. Experts believe this announcement marks one of the strongest security alerts yet against Beijing’s growing intelligence

reach.