News · 29 January 2026

Chinese leader Xi tells Starmer to rise above differences

During a meeting in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping told UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer that their nations should rise above differences and uphold mutual respect. Xi described the visit as auspicious ahead of the Chinese New Year and emphasized taking a long-term view to stand the test of history. Starmer advocated for a more sophisticated relationship, while Chinese state media praised the return of pragmatic diplomacy between the two countries.

By BriefTea Editorial · 29 January 2026 at 8:04

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