**UK Prime Minister to Meet China’s President at G20 Summit**
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping at the G20 summit in Brazil. This will be the first time a UK prime minister has met the Chinese president in person since 2018.
The government says it wants “stable and pragmatic engagement” with China, focusing on areas of mutual cooperation such as international stability, climate change, and economic growth. However, Sir Keir will also emphasize the need for honest conversations on areas where they disagree.
**Supporting Ukraine Top Priority**
Sir Keir’s main priority at the summit is to secure support for Ukraine from other G20 nations. He will urge them to step up their backing for Ukraine or face “unfathomable consequences” if Russia wins the conflict. The UK has supplied Ukraine with Storm Shadow missiles, and Sir Keir wants to see more international support for the country.
**Global Issues on Agenda**
The summit comes amid ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with large-scale missile and drone attacks by Russia over the weekend. China’s military support for Russia’s war in Ukraine has been criticized by the UK and other Western countries. The meeting will also focus on building partnerships to boost economic growth and security.
**UK Priorities**
The British government wants to engage with China on key global issues while being firm on areas of disagreement. Sir Keir believes it is essential to engage with China to secure investment in the UK, create jobs, and promote economic growth. Foreign Secretary David Lammy has already held talks with Chinese officials in Beijing last month.
**G20 Summit**
The G20 summit brings together 19 countries with the largest global economies, along with the African Union and the European Union. The meeting will also focus on accelerating the climate transition, using clean power, and supporting economic development in developing countries.