Summary
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer plans to strengthen ties with both the US and China during his upcoming visit to Beijing, the first by a British leader in eight years. He aims to explore business opportunities with China while maintaining strong security and business relations with the US. Starmer also intends to discuss human rights issues with China during the visit.
Key Facts
- Sir Keir Starmer will visit China, marking the first trip by a British leader to Beijing in eight years.
- He emphasized the importance of maintaining strong relationships with both the US and China.
- The UK recently approved the construction of a large new Chinese embassy in London despite some opposition.
- Starmer plans to lead a delegation of UK business leaders to China to explore business opportunities.
- He will address human rights issues with Chinese officials, including the case of Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai.
- US President Donald Trump has recently made headlines by threatening tariffs on allies and discussing NATO troop deployment.
- There has been tension between the US and its allies concerning trade and foreign policy decisions.
