Starmer vows to reset UK China relationship as he meets Xi

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Starmer vows to reset UK China relationship as he meets Xi

Keir Starmer has become the first British prime minister in eight years to visit China to meet President Xi, signalling a reset in UK relations driven by economic pragmatism.

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While trade and investment are at the heart of the pitch, deep divisions remain over human rights, Taiwan and China’s support for Russia.

The visit shows how far Britain is willing, and not willing, to go in rebuilding ties with Beijing.

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Date: January 29, 2026