Updated On: 29 January, 2026 10:53 AM IST | Beijing | AP
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday called for a stronger, long-term relationship with China during talks with President Xi Jinping in Beijing. The UK leader emphasized the need for cooperation on global stability, climate change, and trade, while leading a delegation of over 50 business executives

China's President Xi Jinping told Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer their countries must "strengthen" ties to counter geopolitical headwinds. (Pic/AFP)
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called Thursday for a deeper relationship with China during what he called "challenging times for the world."
The UK leader told China's leader Xi Jinping that their countries need to work together on global stability, climate change and other issues.