Donald Trump criticized the strengthening of Britain's trade relations with China, calling it "dangerous," following the meeting between Keir Starmer and Xi Jinping.

The British Prime Minister Keir Starmer had a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, where he called for a "more sophisticated" relationship between the United Kingdom and China. Following this visit, Starmer secured the right for British citizens to travel visa-free to China for 30 days and a reduction in tariffs on Scotch whisky. Donald Trump reacted negatively, stating that strengthening ties with China is "very dangerous" and warned the UK about trade risks.

Starmer insisted that the UK will not choose between trade with the US and trade with China, emphasizing the importance of the relationship with the United States in the field of defense and security. He also dismissed speculation that his visit might irritate Trump, stating that it is essential to engage with China without compromising national security.