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UK and China: building a long-term relationship

2 Dec 2013 12:14 PM

Prime Minister David Cameron, accompanied by 6 government ministers, is leading a trade mission to China this week.

Priorities for the visit

The visit will focus on:

  • building a long-term relationship between Britain and China based on mutual understanding and respect for mutual benefit
  • partnership - an open Britain is the ideal partner for an opening China
  • tackling 21st century challenges, from sustainable urbanisation to educating the next generation to meeting the elderly’s healthcare needs

Linking Britain to fast growing markets like China is a vital part of the government’s plan to secure the recovery for all. We are determined to do all we can to throw open the door for British companies to benefit from China’s vast and varied markets, showcasing British business, particularly small enterprises, in China and highlighting investment opportunities.

Read more about how we are growing the UK economy.

This visit is about planting the seeds of a long-term relationship which will benefit China, Britain and the world for generations to come.

The delegation

The ministers visiting China with the Prime Minister are:

A range of business leaders also join the Prime Minister on the visit.

Business delegation to China

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Meetings and announcements

Over the course of the 3 day visit, Prime Minister David Cameron will:

  • hold meetings with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang
  • meet with Chinese investors and showcase British businesses
  • engage with Chinese students and civil society representatives

There will be a range of announcements made on the trip relating to business, healthcare, creative industries and education.

News and announcements so far include:

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