As United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer continues his landmark visit to the Chinese mainland – the first by a UK leader in eight years – Nobel laureate Christopher Pissarides has underscored the strategic importance of strengthened bilateral ties. In an exclusive interview with CGTN's Guan Xin, the renowned economist emphasized that collaboration between the two nations is 'absolutely right' for addressing global economic challenges.
'Only through sustained partnership can countries fully leverage their comparative advantages,' Pissarides stated, highlighting opportunities in green technology, financial services, and innovation. The visit, occurring from January 28 to 31, has already yielded discussions on trade facilitation and climate cooperation frameworks.
Analysts note that this diplomatic engagement comes as both economies navigate post-pandemic recovery strategies, with the Chinese mainland maintaining its position as a crucial market for British exports. The dialogue also addresses shared priorities in stabilizing supply chains and developing AI governance protocols.
