Starmer calls for UK to have a deeper relationship with China during ‘challenging times’

Associated Press (AP)EN 6 min read 100% complete by By KEN MORITSUGUJanuary 29, 2026 at 05:23 AM

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on January 29, 2026, marking the first visit by a British Prime Minister in eight years. The meeting aimed to improve relations between the UK and China after years of tension. Starmer called for a deeper relationship between the two countries, particularly during what he described as challenging times in global relations. The leaders engaged in talks at the Great Hall of the People, focusing on strengthening ties between the two nations. The meeting occurred as both countries seek to navigate a changing global landscape.

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