Elephants and football diplomacy on Starmer's 'historic' China trip

Shanghai (AFP) Jan 31, 2026
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer concludes an official visit to China on Saturday - a four-day tour of Beijing and Shanghai that he described as "historic". While in the country, Starmer discussed trade, football and elephants with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Here is what to know about the trip. - 'Historic' visit - Starmer is the first British prime minister to visit China in ei