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  • British football legend Michael Owen wows fans in China

    On 12 June, Michael Owen kicked-off a tour of China in Beijing, his first visit since retiring from professional football.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary discusses Syria with US Secretary of State John Kerry

    The UK wants a diplomatic process in Geneva that succeeds in reaching a negotiated end to the conflict in Syria.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK remains number one in Europe for investment

    The UK retains its lead as Europe's top inward investment destination for the eleventh year running.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • British Ambassador responds to UK Parliament’s report

    British Ambassador today (6 June) responds to UK Parliament’s report on Foreign Investment in Critical National Infrastructure.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The British Embassy in Beijing closed for Dragon Boat Festival

    The British Embassy in Beijing and Consulate-Generals in Shanghai, Chongqing and Guangzhou will be closed on Wednesday 12 June.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Mayor announcement to forge new trade links with China

    Mayor of London announces £1 billion deal to transform Royal Albert Dock into capital’s next business district.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Forum aims to boost UK-China business collaborations

    UK-Chongqing Sustainable Business Development Forum on 17 May aims to encourage more UK and Chongqing companies to explore collaborations.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK Day strengthens commercial ties between the UK and China

    A special UK Creative Industries Day hosted today (28 May) will strengthen commercial ties in the sector between the UK and China.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Chinese Government announce new immigration laws

    New visa regulations for foreigners visiting and living in China, under new Chinese immigrations laws to be enforced on 1 July.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Glasgow launches joint engineering programme with China

    The University of Glasgow and University of Electronic Science and Technology of China launch a jointly-delivered engineering programme.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Minister sets the record straight on UK Visa system

    Immigration Minister Mark Harper speaks to tourism and retail groups about the 'excellent visa service' for Chinese visitors by the UK.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK-China research projects to deepen green technology development

    Joint UK-China research projects on Smart Grids and the Integration of Electric Vehicles were announced today (10 May).

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK Minister announces start of new premium visa services

    On 8 May, Minister for Government Policy Oliver Letwin announced start of new premium UK visa services for Chinese business and tourists.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK commits to help Somalia improve security and prevent famine

    Britain will support Somali plans to help address terrorism and piracy by tackling poverty and improving security

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New Minister and Director-General for UK Trade & Investment,China

    Dr. Catherine Raines has been appointed as UKTI’s Director-General for Trade & Investment, based in Beijing.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary marks 20th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day

    The Foreign Secretary William Hague recognises the bravery of journalists around the globe on World Press Freedom Day.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • BT China healthcare contract brings UK companies opportunities

    On 23 April, BT China signed its very first contract on healthcare with Ningxia General Hospital Group in Beijing.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Iconic band Travis' performance shows UK’s culture of creativity

    On 29 April, British Ambassador Sebastian Wood welcomed Travis to perform a selection of their songs in front of their Chinese fans.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK and Chengdu sign automotive vocational education contract

    The partnership will help Central College Nottingham to promote an automotive qualification system in China.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK delegation to business summit to enhance ties with China

    The delegation's aim was to establish connections with Chinese business partners and to deepen commercial ties between the UK and China.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government