Threat assessment of China led to spy case collapse, says CPS

The article discusses the collapse of a spy case in the UK, which led to criticism from some government officials. According to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), the decision to drop the charges was based on a threat assessment of China, which concluded that the prosecution would not be in the public interest. The case involved two men who were accused of engaging in activities that could have undermined the UK's national security. However, the CPS determined that the risks of proceeding with the prosecution outweighed the potential benefits, particularly in light of the potential impact on the UK's relationship with China. The article notes that the dropping of the charges prompted criticism from some ministers and members of Parliament, who argued that the decision undermined the UK's efforts to combat espionage and protect national security. However, the CPS has defended its decision, stating that it was made based on a careful consideration of the available evidence and the potential consequences of the prosecution.