As Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer touches down in Beijing, does the UK face a choice between a “golden age” or an “ice age” with its relationship with China?
Sam and Anne assess:
– Will the PM have to pick a side between Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump?
– How will he present himself on the trip, pragmatist or optimist?
– Will alleged spying and hacking by the Chinese make a difference?
– Should Sir Keir be globetrotting while domestic issues pile up?
Back in the UK, Sam has been on the ground in Manchester gathering reaction to the upcoming by-election in Gorton and Denton, as some of the campaigns got started.