Trade talks underway between the U.K. and China
Trade talks underway between the U.K. and China  
Podcast: Marketplace Morning Report
Published On: Thu Jan 29 2026
Description: From the BBC World Service: U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is the latest political leader to visit China for trade talks. Chinese President Xi Jinping told Starmer that Beijing is ready to develop a long-term strategic partnership. Since President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on most imports, countries around the world have been scrambling to sign new trade deals. Plus, as South Africa has been grappling with 30% U.S. tariffs, farmers there are also looking to China.