Keir Starmer Seeks Strong, Pragmatic Ties with China Amid Tense G-20 Talks
TL;DR
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the G20 summit, emphasizing the importance of a strong UK-China relationship. Starmer addressed concerns over the health of detained Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai and expressed a desire for increased business cooperation, particularly in areas like climate change and economic growth. Despite ongoing tensions over issues such as human rights and China's support for Russia, both leaders agreed on the need for mutual respect and openness. The meeting marks a potential thaw in UK-China relations after a six-year freeze.
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