Trump says ‘very dangerous’ for UK to do business with China, after Starmer hails progress in Beijing

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Pippa Crerar Political editorJanuary 30, 2026 at 05:32 AM

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Donald Trump warned the UK against strengthening economic ties with China, calling it "very dangerous." This statement came shortly after UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's visit to Beijing, where he sought to improve the UK-China relationship and secure trade deals. Starmer's trip, the first by a British Prime Minister in eight years, aimed to establish a "more sophisticated" relationship. Trump's remarks highlight potential tensions between the US and UK regarding China, especially given Trump's past hostility towards China and recent threats of tariffs against other countries engaging with Beijing. Starmer's visit reflects a broader trend of Western leaders seeking engagement with China's economy.

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