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US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer during a press conference at Chequers at the conclusion of a state visit on September 18 last year in Aylesbury, Britain. Photo: Reuters
Britain

Starmer urges Europe to deepen interdependence amid Trump threats

Starmer has attempted to good relations with the US president to avoid the most punitive of tariffs and persuade him to continue supporting Ukraine.

Britain

UK’s top civil servant quits as PM Starmer tries to calm Epstein storm

Sexual harassment and assault

‘Every parent’s nightmare’: UK nursery worker Vincent Chan jailed for sex crimes

Britain

‘Strong and united’: UK’s Starmer defiant as Epstein fallout dogs leadership

Senior ministers shore up Keir Starmer’s position as indirect fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal threatens the British prime minister.

Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday. Photo: AP
Britain

Defiant Starmer rejects calls to quit as crisis deepens over Epstein fallout

Despite losing two top aides in 48 hours and a demand to resign from the Scottish Labour leader, Britain’s prime minister vows to fight on for his ‘mandate’.

Jeffrey Epstein

UK king to ‘support’ police assessing Andrew’s Epstein communications

King Charles has ‘profound concern’ as British police assess if his brother passed sensitive reports to Jeffrey Epstein.

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Britain

Starmer’s chief of staff quits as Mandelson-Epstein scandal threatens premiership

Morgan McSweeney takes ‘full responsibility’ for advising to name Peter Mandelson as US ambassador despite known ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer departing 10 Downing Street in London. Photo: AP
China-UK relations

Opinion | Hong Kong can be hub of revival in the Sino-British relationship

As China and the UK mend relations, Hong Kong should strive to be a platform for a wider range of Sino-British joint ventures.

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Britain

UK’s Mandelson faces demands to repay US$75,000 severance after Epstein link

Government allies urge ex-ambassador to return controversial UK taxpayer-funded buyout as probe into his Epstein connections deepens.

China-UK relations

Letters | UK needs an independent China policy, not just a Trump hedge

Readers discuss the British prime minister’s visit to Beijing, allies drifting away from Washington, and the blame game over narcotics.

Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer and China’s President Xi Jinping hold a meeting at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on January 29. Photo: AFP
China trade

UK, China boost financial ties, deepen London’s role as offshore yuan hub

New pact designates a new yuan clearing bank, boosts cross-listings and expands green finance, accelerating the international use of China’s currency.

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited Yuyuan Garden in Shanghai, China, last Friday. Photo: Reuters
Diplomacy

As I see it | Starmer faces a hysterical backlash over new Chinese embassy

The worst features of UK politics and media, with help from ‘yellow-ribbon’ BN(O)ers, have been on full display over the ‘mega’ embassy plan.

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Britain

Epstein haunts Number 10, creating crisis for UK’s Starmer

Prime minister’s job is under threat over his 2024 decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, despite his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos

Opinion | How Trump’s Davos spotlight was upstaged by middle powers breaking away

While they continue to flatter Trump, politicians and businesses are also pursuing new deals and trading partners, diversifying supply chains and exploring ways to reduce dependence on the US.

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US President Donald Trump is photographed by a gaggle of journalists at the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on January 22. Photo: AP
Britain

Starmer apologises for Mandelson’s Epstein ties amid growing scandal

PM Starmer says he was ‘lied to’ regarding Peter Mandelson’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein, firing the ambassador as a misconduct probe begins.

Keir Starmer on Wednesday told parliament he regretted appointing Peter Mandelson as US ambassador amid controversy over Mandelson’s Epstein ties. Photo: PRU/AFP
China-UK relations

Letters | How Hong Kong can help cement the UK-China relationship

Readers discuss Hong Kong’s role within a ‘sophisticated’ UK-China relationship, the reason pet rental exists, and the U-turn on seat belts.

Diplomacy

Opinion | American allies are finally hedging against American risk

As US policy becomes more self-centred and unpredictable, traditional allies realise their best bet lies with diplomatic diversification.

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China-UK relations

UK’s Starmer faces backlash over China trip amid claims he was ‘tricked’

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch accused the UK prime minister of adopting a ‘supine and short-termist approach’ to China.

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Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer visiting the Forbidden City in Beijing. Photo: AFP
Britain

UK’s former US ambassador faces scrutiny over Epstein ties, leaked briefing

UK police review reports of alleged misconduct by Peter Mandelson after the latest Epstein files release by the US Justice Department.

Britain

UK PM says ex-prince Andrew should explain all Epstein ties in US Congress

The prime minister’s tougher stance is likely to ratchet up the pressure on Andrew, who was stripped of his royal titles by the king last year.

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Pop Mart

Labubu toymaker Pop Mart picks London as European headquarters in overseas push

CEO Wang Ning reveals firm’s latest expansion plan at Friday’s closed-door meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

A shopper walks inside a Pop Mart store in London on May 21, 2025. Photo: Xinhua
Britain

Japan, UK agree outer space, critical mineral supply chains collaboration

PMs Sanae Takaichi and Keir Starmer also said they’d work together in other areas, including cybersecurity, trade and defence.

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer shakes hands with Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during a press conference after their bilateral meeting in Tokyo on Saturday. Photo: via dpa
Diplomacy

Editorial | Starmer’s visit to China highlights benefits of dialogue over confrontation

While several deals were struck on the UK prime minister’s trip, the most important outcome is the willingness of the leaders of both countries to work constructively together.

China-UK relations

China lifted sanctions on British lawmakers after Starmer–Xi meeting, UK says

Prime minister says Beijing has removed 2021 curbs on MPs as part of a wider reset, though sanctions on others appear to remain.

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China trade

What has UK PM Starmer achieved in China – and what next for Sino-British ties?

The British leader’s trip has so far yielded tariff cuts and agreements on trade and investment.

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Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer shakes hands with President Xi Jinping, ahead of a bilateral meeting in Beijing on January 29. Photo: Reuters
US-China trade war

Trump slams allies’ China ties, top generals fall, cross-strait talks

This week: US president says ‘very dangerous’ for UK to boost China ties, two top Chinese generals face corruption probes, and gold surges. Next week: Communist Party and Taiwan’s Kuomintang resume forum after 10 years, Uruguay president visits China, Shanghai opens skies to drones and more.

US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters at the premiere of Melania. (Photo: Zuma Press Wire/dpa)
United States

Outside In | Gradually, then suddenly, the world is waking up to the US threat

Middle powers are pivoting to Beijing and hedging with new partners as China’s economic displacement of the US rapidly expands.

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China-UK relations

Britain’s Starmer hopes gift of Man United match ball scores with China’s Xi

Reviving a familiar playbook, the British leader uses football to seek diplomatic headway during an official visit to Beijing.

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