On Thursday 13 February, Foreign Minister Wang Yi made his first official visit to Britain for the first time in a decade. The visit, which emphasised the need for stable communication and deeper cooperation, included meetings with Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Foreign Secretary David Lammy, and National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell. During the visit, Wang and Lammy co-chaired the 10th China-UK Strategic Dialogue, where discussions covered economic cooperation, security, and …
In an era defined by rapid technological innovation and shifting geopolitical alliances, China has emerged as a formidable force reshaping the global economic landscape. Over the past five years, the nation has embarked on a transformative journey – from a manufacturing powerhouse to a dynamic leader in high-tech industries, renewable energy, and international economic diplomacy. As the world watches closely, it is becoming increasingly clear that China’s economic evolution is …
Compared to its other export industries, China’s cleantech industry is much less vulnerable to Donald Trump’s planned tariffs, write Lauri Myllyvirta and Hubert Thieriot from Dialogue Earth Clean energy technology – particularly the so-called new three of solar power, batteries and electric vehicles – emerged as an important source of growth in China’s exports in 2023. Thanks to booming markets at home and abroad, clean energy has become a key driver …
2024 was a standout year for intellectual property (IP) in China and around the world. In this article, Lydia Topping and Peter Mumford from Potter Clarkson LLP spotlight some of the most exciting IP developments from the Chinese market in 2024 China’s new patent extensions: A game-changer for innovators Exclusivity for pharmaceuticals in China has taken a giant leap forward with the introduction of new patent term extension (PTE), a …
In 2024, 17,070 Chinese students were accepted onto courses at UK universities, lured by the promise of world-class academic resources and enhanced career prospects. The UK’s reputation for rigorous academic standards and globally recognised qualifications makes it an attractive option for those aiming to stand out in a competitive job market. Traditionally, Chinese students have been drawn to business programmes; however, recent trends indicate a significant shift toward STEM, computing, …
The UK’s economic relationship with China has evolved significantly over the past few decades, with both nations recognising the mutual benefits of strategic investment partnerships. With the Labour government pursuing an ambitious UK growth agenda, the UK finds itself at a pivotal moment in terms of collaborating with and seeking investment from China. China’s expanding role in the global economy offers a wealth of opportunities for collaboration that could help …
Spring Festival — also known as Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year — brings a mix of celebration and operational challenges for businesses in China. While the holiday is a time of joy and cultural significance, it also creates unique disruptions, including temporary shutdowns, heightened employee turnover, and logistical bottlenecks. To navigate this critical period, companies must plan strategically, as China Briefing’s Qian Zhou explains Spring Festival 2025 will …
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, visited China between 10-13 January 2025 to co-host the UK-China Economic & Financial Dialogue (EFD) with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng. There was a busy programme of additional events and meetings in Beijing and Shanghai built around the EFD. CBBC has collated read-outs and reports from the Chancellor’s meetings to help provide you with a flavour of the weekend’s events. Friday, 10 January: …
The government hopes that UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves’ visit to China will boost British growth by engaging with the world’s second-largest economy in a “pragmatic” way Reeves’ visit follows the dialogue opened last year between Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Xi Jinping at the G20 Summit in November 2024, the first between the two countries’ leaders in six years. At that meeting, Starmer emphasised the importance of …
AI is revolutionising China’s education sector – here’s what you need to know In 2023, China’s education technology (edtech) market reached approximately US$57.3 billion, marking a robust 14.17% year-over-year growth, writes Kristina Koehler-Coluccia, Head of Business Advisory at Woodburn Accountants & Advisors The sector has experienced fluctuations over the past five years, including significant growth during the Covid-19 pandemic and a slowdown in 2021 due to regulatory pressures under the …