36 h. ago Despite Starmer’s ‘China threat’ rhetoric, Britain seeks tighter Beijing ties

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called China a security threat this week, but analysts said the statement was motivated by domestic politics and did not negate London’s goal of deepening economic ties with Beijing. Meanwhile, disputes around a new Chinese embassy will continue to test this desire for stronger relations as the British leader plans a state visit. Starmer said on Monday that his government would focus on the relationship with China, which would help protect national interests,...

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64 h. ago British PM Starmer plans to visit China in late January, sources say

British PM Starmer plans to visit China in late January, sources say  Reuters

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3 d. ago China ‘Strongly Deplores’ Second UK Delay on Embassy Decision

China ‘Strongly Deplores’ Second UK Delay on Embassy Decision  Bloomberg.com

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3 d. ago Chinese mega embassy could bring security advantages, says No 10

Chinese mega embassy could bring security advantages, says No 10  BBC

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3 d. ago UK delays decision for third time on China's plan for Europe's largest embassy

UK delays decision for third time on China's plan for Europe's largest embassy  Reuters

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3 d. ago Chinese embassy decision delayed until Starmer visits Beijing next year

Chinese embassy decision delayed until Starmer visits Beijing next year  The Times

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3 d. ago Chinese Embassy in UK urges London to recognize reality, adopt correct mindset following Starmer’s China

Chinese Embassy in UK urges London to recognize reality, adopt correct mindset following Starmer’s China-related remarks  Global Times

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9 d. ago Ambassador Guo Haiyan attends the MCEDO Beijing School Donation and Chinese Ambassador Scholarship Award Ceremony_Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Kenya

Ambassador Guo Haiyan attends the MCEDO Beijing School Donation and Chinese Ambassador Scholarship Award Ceremony_Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Kenya  ke.china-embassy.gov.cn

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1 week ago Starmer met Premier Li Qiang at G20 in South Africa amid Beijing visit rumours

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke to Chinese Premier Li Qiang at the G20 summit last week amid speculation that he could visit Beijing early next year and the country’s controversial embassy in London will be approved. The two leaders are understood to have greeted each other only briefly during a “brush-by” rather than holding formal bilateral talks, after which a readout covering what was discussed would usually be expected from Starmer’s office. China was represented by Premier Li...

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1 week ago UK’s Labour gov’t to approve controversial Chinese ‘super embassy’ ahead of PM Starmer’s Beijing visit?

UK’s Labour gov’t to approve controversial Chinese ‘super embassy’ ahead of PM Starmer’s Beijing visit?  Tibetan Review

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1 week ago Hong Kong Medical Council overturns decision to end inquiry into alleged blunder

Hong Kong’s embattled Medical Council has overturned its earlier decision to terminate an inquiry, delayed for 15 years, into a paediatrician accused of a blunder that left a mainland Chinese boy permanently disabled. The council decided on Saturday to revoke its previous ruling made on October 28 to permanently stay the proceedings of the disciplinary inquiry into Dr Sit Sou-chi following a 4½-hour review hearing. Council chairwoman Dr Grace Tang Wai-king announced the decision at the end of...

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2 w. ago UK PM Keir Starmer to approve China’s ‘super embassy’ ahead of Beijing visit Report

UK PM Keir Starmer to approve China’s ‘super embassy’ ahead of Beijing visit Report  theweek.in

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2 w. ago UK PM Keir Starmer to visit China in January, Sky News reports

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will visit China at the end of January, Sky News reported on Thursday, in what would be the first visit to the country by a British leader in seven years. Starmer’s Labour government has made improved relations with Beijing a priority as it seeks foreign investment to make good on its election pledge to upgrade infrastructure and grow Britain’s economy. But the relationship has been bumpy with both countries trading accusations of spying. The prime minister’s...

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2 w. ago China protects safety of foreign nationals according to law: Chinese FM on Japanese Embassy warning citizens to avoid crowded places

China protects safety of foreign nationals according to law: Chinese FM on Japanese Embassy warning citizens to avoid crowded places  Global Times

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2 w. ago Hasan Piker’s China tour draws fire after viral Tiananmen police encounter

American political commentator and live-streamer Hasan Piker has stirred controversy during his ongoing trip to China, with a viral encounter in Tiananmen Square and remarks that critics say amount to promoting Chinese propaganda. On Monday, Liu Pengyu, spokesperson for China’s embassy in Washington, shared on X (formerly Twitter) an interview Piker did with state-run China Global Television Network last week, writing: “Real reason why mega #US influencer Hasan Piker is in #China.” In the...

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3 w. ago Britain in danger of repeating Brexit mistakes with China relations

British politics is once again allowing domestic drama to override strategic thinking. The latest hysteria surrounding alleged Chinese spying and Beijing’s plans for a new embassy in London illustrates how Britain’s foreign policy risks being driven less by sober calculation than by political theatre. The consequences could be severe: Britain is edging towards repeating the mistakes of Brexit, trading its long-term national interests for short-term populist gain. In the United States, the...

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3 w. ago China warns citizens in Japan about wildlife risks amid surge in bear attacks

The Chinese embassy in Japan has urged Chinese citizens in the country to remain vigilant about local wildlife attacks amid a surge in incidents, with fatalities reaching a record high. The embassy released a statement on its official WeChat account on Friday, advising Chinese citizens to monitor wildlife sighting information released by local governments in Japan and avoid areas frequented by bears, wild boars and other animals to minimise risks. Since April, Japan has recorded at least 13...

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