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flag Northern Ireland’s economy minister visits China to boost trade in key sectors while promoting ethical investment and addressing human rights and data security concerns.

flag Northern Ireland’s Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald is on a five-day trade mission to China, visiting Beijing, Shenyang, Dalian, and Shanghai to strengthen economic ties in education, trade, tourism, and the screen industry. flag She emphasized balancing economic opportunities with values, highlighting Northern Ireland’s export potential in medical, pharmaceutical, and scientific sectors despite a significant trade imbalance, with imports from China far exceeding exports. flag Archibald promoted Studio Ulster and sought to boost Asian tourism, while her team develops an ethical investment framework based on UN principles for public consultation. flag She reiterated concerns over data security and human rights but stressed the importance of responsible engagement amid broader geopolitical scrutiny.

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