On Friday, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer landed in Shanghai, aiming to enhance business prospects for UK companies in China, the world's second-largest economy. This visit comes shortly after US President Donald Trump expressed potential opposition to any agreements between the UK and China.
Accompanying Starmer are over 50 business leaders, marking the first visit by a British prime minister to China in eight years.
His journey began in Beijing, where he engaged with Chinese officials, including President Xi Jinping. Both leaders committed to fostering a long-term and stable strategic partnership, signaling a thaw in relations after a period of tension.
In Washington, Trump indicated he might resist any trade agreements, subsequently turning his attention to Canada, which has faced its own challenges with China following Prime Minister Mark Carney's recent visit.
Trump remarked, "It's very dangerous for them to do that," in reference to Starmer's discussions with Beijing. He added, "It's even more dangerous for Canada to engage in business with China. Canada is not doing well; they’re struggling."
Starmer and Carney are part of a growing list of international leaders visiting Beijing as their countries seek to mend ties with China, especially as they navigate the economic impacts of Trump's tariffs and look to diversify their export markets.
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