About 200 British scientists are suspected of transferring military technology to China. This is reported by The Times.
Scientists are suspected of inadvertently helping the Chinese government develop weapons of mass destruction. This includes research data on advanced military technologies such as aircraft, missile designs and cyber weapons.
More than 200 British citizens who work in a dozen British universities were under investigation. The names of the scientists were not disclosed. According to the export control decree, those responsible could face up to 10 years in prison.