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Dec 2024
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Prince Andrew and the Chinese 'spy'

THE TIMES
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Prince Andrew has now "ceased all contact" with an alleged spy working on behalf of China's shadowy United Front Work Department. But their relationship has raised questions about how the 'desperate' prince pays for his lifestyle and whether he inadvertently enabled the Chinese state to infiltrate the British royal family.


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Guest: Kate Mansey, Assistant Editor & Royal Editor, The Times.

Host: Manveen Rana.

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  • Chris Wade.
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