UK Prime Minister Starmer Meets Chinese President Xi in Beijing Amid Calls for Stabilized Relations
Summary
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing to discuss improving bilateral relations, focusing on economic ties, global stability, and climate change.
Key Points
- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer held a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, marking the first British PM visit to China in eight years.
- Xi Jinping emphasized the need for a long-term, stable strategic partnership and overcoming differences between China and the UK.
- Starmer described China as a significant global player and stressed improving economic ties affecting British interests.
- Human rights concerns were raised by Starmer but the main focus of talks was on global stability, economic growth, and climate change.
