British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to China this week marked a thaw in icy relations with Beijing, receiving a warm welcome from Chinese President Xi Jinping but facing criticism from US President Donald Trump. The visit, accompanied by a delegation of businesspeople and cultural figures, was seen as significant in strengthening UK-China ties, despite Trump’s concerns. The reception from both sides indicates the importance of diplomatic efforts in navigating complex international relations, with experts discussing the implications on a news program featuring political economist Will Hutton, senior research fellow Andy Mok, and China Institute director Steve Tsang.
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