As the anglosphere fractures, Starmer’s China visit could be historic

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by Mark LoganJanuary 26, 2026 at 01:30 PM

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Keir Starmer's planned visit to China from January 29-31 is potentially historic as it would be the first by a British prime minister since 2018. The visit occurs during a period of global realignment, with the traditional dominance of the "anglosphere" fracturing. Experts suggest the existing international order is shifting, with great powers increasingly using economic tools for coercion. Middle powers are responding by hedging their bets amid the rise of China and potential changes in US foreign policy. Starmer's visit is significant in this context, as the UK navigates its role in a changing world order.

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Nazis 40% Canada 50% Theresa May 60% UN 60% Xi Jinping ×260% Winston Churchill 70% Britain 70% Mark Carney ×270% Donald Trump 70% United States ×280% Keir Starmer 90% China ×290%

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anglosphere 90% china 80% keir starmer 70% uk 70% geopolitics 60% international order 60% us foreign policy 50% economic integration 40% middle powers 40%