UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer seeks closer trade with China despite warnings from Donald Trump

Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited Beijing for talks with President Xi Jinping to secure economic deals. The move drew public warnings from Donald Trump.

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British GBGBPrime Minister keir starmer visited China CNCNand held three-hour talks with President xi jinping on Thursday to pursue a more sophisticated economic relationship. During the high-level meeting, keir starmer called for improved market access, lower tariffs, and new investment deals between the United Kingdomand the world's second-largest economy. The Prime Minister hailed specific agreements on visa-free travel and reduced tariffs on whisky as evidence of progress in bilateral ties.
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer speaks during the UK-China Business Forum at the headquarters of the Bank of China (BOC) in Beijing, China, January 30, 2026. Kin Cheung/Pool via REUTERS
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer speaks during the UK-China Business Forum at the headquarters of the Bank of China (BOC) in Beijing, China, January 30, 2026. Kin Cheung/Pool via REUTERS
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