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flag UK PM Starmer acknowledges China's security threats, calls for balanced relations with stronger safeguards and limited cooperation.

flag Prime Minister Keir Starmer acknowledged China poses national security threats but stressed the need for a balanced, consistent approach to the relationship, rejecting both isolationism and naive engagement. flag He criticized past UK policy as inconsistent, calling for stronger security measures in defense, AI, and critical infrastructure while enabling economic cooperation in low-risk sectors like finance, creative industries, and pharmaceuticals. flag Starmer emphasized that national security is non-negotiable, reaffirmed support for NATO and international alliances, and announced plans for a future visit to China. flag A decision on the proposed Chinese embassy in London is pending, with concerns over security and transparency.

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