The Beijing Hour UK PM says it's important to maintain dialogue, cooperation with China
Jan 30, 2026
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Li Shuang / Vivian Nunes (Correspondent)
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Tianyu / Tian Liu (Newsreader/Reporter)
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Keir Starmer
Keir Starmer, British prime minister visiting China, stresses the need for continued dialogue and practical trade outcomes. Li Shuang / Vivian Nunes, field correspondent covering UK-China business engagement on the ground. Tianyu / Tian Liu, on-air reporter presenting international and business headlines. They discuss the UK-China Business Forum, cooperation deals, green energy partnerships and cultural and education exchanges.
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Engagement Builds Mutual Trust
- Keir Starmer argued that renewed engagement with China builds mutual trust and unlocks business, cultural and educational opportunities.
- He presented the visit as historic, citing high-level meetings and outcomes that benefit people back in the UK.
Prioritise Tangible Outcomes
- Starmer emphasised delivering tangible benefits at home by opening market access and securing concrete deals.
- He highlighted progress on tariffs, visa-free travel and cooperation on irregular migration as practical priorities.
Reviving Institutional Channels
- China and the UK agreed to revive multiple high-level dialogues across climate, security and economic forums.
- Resuming these mechanisms signals a strategic shift toward sustained institutional engagement.