China approves 30-day visa-free travel for British citizens
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China has granted British citizens 30-day visa-free travel following talks between Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Xi Jinping, aiming to boost business ties and sectoral cooperation.
BEIJING (Dunya News) – China has approved visa-free travel for British citizens for up to 30 days following talks between UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
According to news agencies, both countries signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at easing business expansion for British companies operating in China and boosting cooperation in key sectors.
The visa-free initiative is expected to support the growth of the UK’s services industry and strengthen broader economic ties. During the visit, the two sides also reached partnership agreements covering health, finance, legal, professional, and education sectors.
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The UK currently exports goods worth around £13 billion annually to China, and rising demand for British products is expected to create new business opportunities. Prime Minister Starmer described the China visit as an important opportunity for economic growth.
