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News · 6 April 2026

Trump presses Starmer over UK China ties

Trump presses Starmer over UK China ties

Political pressure is rising as differences grow over how to handle relations with China. US President Donald Trump has criticised UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s approach, warning it is too soft while tensions increase during the Iran conflict. Starmer has defended maintaining engagement with Beijing while balancing security concerns, as debate continues over Britain’s stance toward China.

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