Trump Fumes Over Starmer's China Visit, Threatens UK with Tariffs
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News18•30-01-2026, 17:44
Trump Fumes Over Starmer's China Visit, Threatens UK with Tariffs
- •Donald Trump expressed strong disapproval of British PM Keir Starmer's visit to China, calling it "extremely dangerous" and a "suicidal step" for Britain.
- •Trump threatened Canada with 100% tariffs, accusing it of being a backdoor for China into the American market, and now eyes the UK with similar suspicion.
- •Experts suggest the UK could face trade restrictions under Trump's "America First" policy if Starmer pursues a major free trade agreement with China.
- •Trump believes allied countries like Britain and Canada are making a mistake by viewing China as a solution to their problems, aiming to prevent them from leaving the US-led bloc.
- •Keir Starmer's visit is driven by Britain's economic compulsion to find new markets post-Brexit, while China promotes a "mutual benefit" strategy amidst US policy uncertainty.
Why It Matters: Trump warns UK against closer ties with China, threatening tariffs similar to those aimed at Canada.
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