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flag UK and China agree on lower tariffs for Scotch whisky and visa-free travel, boosting trade and ties.

flag Prime Minister Keir Starmer has secured a trade deal with China reducing tariffs on Scotch whisky exports from 10% to 5%, expected to deliver £250 million in economic benefits to the UK over five years. flag The agreement, reached during a visit to Beijing, also includes plans for visa-free travel for UK citizens to China for up to 30 days, aligning with rules for 50 other countries. flag The move aims to boost exports, strengthen economic ties, and support Scotland’s whisky industry, which relies on global markets. flag Both nations agreed to enhance cooperation in areas like AI, bioscience, and migration, while maintaining dialogue on human rights.

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