British Foreign Secretary David Lammy is set to meet with Chinese officials, including Foreign Minister Wang Yi, to discuss cooperation and competition, particularly regarding Russia's war in Ukraine. This visit marks a shift in UK-China relations under the new Labour government, aiming for a pragmatic approach despite existing tensions.
The UK-China relationship has fluctuated significantly over the years, particularly under Conservative leadership, which increasingly viewed China as a threat. The Labour government, elected in July 2024, aims to establish a more consistent and strategic approach to China, focusing on cooperation in areas like trade and climate change.
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David Lindon Lammy PC FRSA is a British Labour Party politician serving as Member of Parliament for Tottenham since 2000, and has served as Shadow Secretary of State for Justice and Shadow Lord Chancellor in Keir Starmer's Shadow Cabinet since 2020.