ALEX Salmond has called for an end to the “Cold War mentality” towards China after it was announced the Government may crack down on Confucius Institutes over fears they threaten “civil liberties” in the UK.
The Alba leader defended Confucius Institutes, claiming they were cultural exchanges, though the UK security agencies, the Government and expert observers believe they are used to control the behaviour, opinions and lives of Chinese students living in the UK.
