Propaganda by Proxy: When Party Loyalty Trumps Credibility The latest revelation about Reform UK's media presenter, Ray Addison, working for a Chinese state propaganda channel has left many questioning the party's commitment to transparency and its stance on China.
While Reform has been vocal in its criticism of Chinese actions, including allegations of genocide against the Uyghur population, the hiring of Addison raises serious concerns about the party's vetting process.
Addison worked for CGTN, a state media outlet with ties to the Chinese Communist Party, producing videos that praised Chinese infrastructure and described Xinjiang province as having "gorgeous cotton fields" without mentioning the human rights abuses that have made the region a flashpoint for international attention.