[3] It is not just a reliance on students from China that is cause for concern at UK universities. This anecdotal report is borne out by other reports of the harassment of Chinese students in Australia who express pro-democracy views. AOAV is particularly concerned about the role of UK Universities in the Development of Autonomous Weapons Systems. This is one of the biggest single donations to a UK university and underscores how reliant UK universities are on private donations. UK universities should establish clear policies and procedures for assessing the risks of engagement with autocratic regimes and their affiliates.

Source: The Times February 27, 2023 02:20 UTC