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UK Foreign Office faces heat over delays on China embassy, sanctions on Cambodian firm, and Iran prison transfers—diplomacy in chaos.

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US and UK Sanction Cambodian Conglomerate

US and UK authorities have sanctioned Prince Holding Group and its chairman Chen Zhi, accusing them of operating a transnational criminal network involved in online scams, money laundering, and forced labor. The US seized over US$15 billion in bitcoin, and assets in the UK and Singapore have been frozen. The case highlights extensive allegations of fraud and exploitation across Southeast Asia.

UK Delays China Embassy Decision Amid Tensions

The UK has postponed a decision on China's proposed embassy in London, citing complexity and security concerns. China expressed strong dissatisfaction, criticizing the delay and alleging bad faith. The dispute complicates UK-China relations, which are strained over espionage allegations and security issues surrounding the embassy project.