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China calls for cooperation with UK during ministers meeting

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BEIJING (Reuters) -China's commerce minister said China and Britain should engage in dialogue and expand cooperation in sustainability, digital development, green initiatives and finance, in a

China Urges UK to Strengthen Cooperation in Trade and Finance

BEIJING (Reuters) -China's commerce minister said China and Britain should engage in dialogue and expand cooperation in sustainability, digital development, green initiatives and finance, in a commerce ministry statement published on Tuesday.

Wang Wentao made the remarks on Monday during a meeting with Britain's Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds in London, the statement added.

Wang called for both countries to uphold the multilateral trading system and said British-funded enterprises are welcome to continue investing and doing business in China.

(Reporting by Beijing Newsroom; Editing by Andrew Heavens)

Key Takeaways

  • China's commerce minister calls for increased cooperation with the UK.
  • Focus areas include sustainability, digital development, and finance.
  • Meeting held in London with UK's Secretary of State for Business and Trade.
  • China welcomes British enterprises to invest and do business.
  • Emphasis on upholding the multilateral trading system.

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What did China's commerce minister emphasize during the meeting?
China's commerce minister emphasized the need for dialogue and expanded cooperation in sustainability, digital development, green initiatives, and finance.
Who did Wang Wentao meet with in London?
Wang Wentao met with Britain's Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Jonathan Reynolds, during the meeting in London.
What was Wang's stance on British investments in China?
Wang called for both countries to uphold the multilateral trading system and welcomed British-funded enterprises to continue investing and doing business in China.

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