UK Nationalises Steel Giant; China Slams "Safeguard" Move
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The British government has announced it will take the steel company British Steel into public ownership. Officials say the move is necessary to protect what they call "a vital national capability." The decision has drawn immediate criticism from China, which accused the UK of protectionism. The nationalisation aims to secure thousands of jobs and ensure the supply of steel for key industries, including defence and construction. The UK government has not yet detailed the full cost or timeline of the takeover.