Britain Decides To Increase Ties With China Despite Us Reservations

In which bilateral relations, global politics and economic cooperation were discussed in detail. On this occasion, the British Prime Minister described China as an important and influential player on the global stage. Sir Keir Starmer is on a three-day official visit to China and is the first British Prime Minister to visit China since 2018. His visit is of particular importance on the global stage, especially at a time when US-China relations are tense. US President Donald Trump has already expressed reservations about the visit.
At the beginning of the meeting at the Great Hall of the People, the British Prime Minister said that the UK-China relations need to be advanced on a **realistic and long-term basis. He said that China is playing an effective role in the global system and this fact cannot be ignored. Chinese President Xi Jinping said on this occasion that the Sino-UK relations are an inevitable reality, and patience, trust and continuous efforts are necessary for better results. According to him, despite differences, the two countries should promote cooperation with mutual respect and a long-term vision. Sir Keir Starmer, while emphasizing the economic benefits of better relations with China, said that his visit is being carried out keeping in mind the interests of the British people. He said that changes taking place at the global level directly affect the lives of ordinary citizens, whether they are the prices of daily food items or the sense of national security.
A delegation of 60 important figures from the business and cultural sectors has also come to China along with the British Prime Minister. According to Starmer, the aim of the visit is to promote trade opportunities, investment and cultural ties, the fruits of which will benefit the British economy. On the other hand, the Chinese government has welcomed the visit and said that this meeting will provide an opportunity to strengthen political trust with the United Kingdom and further expand practical cooperation. According to international observers, the visit of the British Prime Minister is a sign that European countries are moving towards a policy of balanced relations with China in the changing global scenario **instead of complete dependence on the United States