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.