Politics

BEIJING/LONDON, Jan 31, 2026 — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has defended his government’s decision to deepen engagement with China, dismissing criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump that closer economic ties with

BEIJING, Jan 31, 2026 — Prime Minister Keir Starmer wrapped up his visit to China on Friday, declaring progress toward a “stable and constructive” bilateral relationship despite external criticism. Meetings with Chinese

WASHINGTON/LONDON, Jan 31, 2026 — Differences over China policy have introduced fresh strain into the traditionally close U.S.-UK alliance. President Donald Trump’s public warning against Britain’s engagement with Beijing highlights broader debates

LONDON, Jan 31, 2026 — Prime Minister Keir Starmer has dismissed claims that renewed engagement with China compromises Britain’s strategic interests. Addressing Parliament, he said Britain can “walk and chew gum at

LONDON, Jan 31, 2026 — British citizens will soon be able to visit China for up to 30 days without a visa under a new reciprocal travel arrangement announced after Prime Minister

London | January 30, 2026 Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday defended his government’s decision to deepen diplomatic engagement with China, rejecting criticism from former U.S. President Donald Trump, who described Britain’s

Beijing | January 30, 2026 Prime Minister Keir Starmer concluded a three-day visit to China on Friday with announcements of new trade concessions and expanded travel access, marking the most significant reset

London | January 30, 2026 The British government on Friday signalled diplomatic backing for U.S. efforts to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons, amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Officials stressed

Beijing, Jan 29, 2026 — British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer held high-level talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday, marking a significant diplomatic moment as the United Kingdom seeks to

London, Jan 29, 2026 — The UK government is facing mounting criticism after confirming that local elections scheduled for May in dozens of councils across England will be postponed, a move opponents