Sir Keir Starmer’s China trip showcases UK-China relations.

In China, the UK is viewed as a middling power with limited global impact, despite offering advantages in service and knowledge economies. Despite past policy flip-flopping and hawkish attitudes, the Chinese are open to resetting relations and exploring cooperation in education, healthcare, and green technologies. Discussions touched on sensitive topics like Taiwan and the case of Jimmy Lai, with hints at the US’s disruptive influence. China sees the British PM’s visit as an opportunity amidst global instability, playing the long game for strategic alliances.

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