China/UK-Cooperation/Poll
Beijing, China - Jan 29, 2026 (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
1. National flags of China, UK
FILE: Beijing, China - Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
2. Aerial shots of Tian'anmen Square, Tian'anmen Rostrum, Chinese national emblem, Chinese national flag
FILE: London, UK - April 26, 2017 (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
3. No. 10 Downing Street
FILE: London, UK - Aug 5, 2024 (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
4. Various of UK national flag atop building
FILE: Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, south China - Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
5. Aerial shots of pedestrian street
FILE: London, UK - Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
6. Various of street views, pedestrians
FILE: Qingdao City, Shandong Province, east China - Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
7. Various of port scene, vessels, cranes, containers
FILE: China - Exact Location and Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
8. Aerial shot of crane moving container, vessel
9. Aerial shots of cargo ship sailing
A majority of respondents to a China Global Television Network (CGTN)-conducted survey consider British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's China visit a positive step toward enhancing bilateral ties, with many believing it aims to pursue greater certainty in foreign policy and recognize the significant opportunities presented by China's vast market.
The poll was conducted across CGTN's English, Spanish, French, Arabic and Russian platforms, attracting 9,086 overseas netizens to participate and share their views within 24 hours.
Against the backdrop of an increasingly volatile and intertwined international landscape, Starmer arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for a four-day official visit. This trip marks the first visit by a British prime minister to China in eight years, and Starmer is not the only foreign leader to visit China recently.
According to a poll by CGTN, 85.2 percent of respondents believe the frequent visits by foreign leaders reflect a broad consensus among countries on achieving equal and orderly multipolarity, as well as inclusive and beneficial globalization.
The poll found that 64.8 percent of respondents believe Starmer's visit aims to pursue greater certainty in Britain's foreign relations. Economic and trade cooperation has always been an important part of China-UK relations, with its essence being mutually beneficial. In 2025, the bilateral trade value of goods reached 103.7 billion U.S. dollars. According to the poll, 85.8 percent of respondents believe China's vast market represents a significant opportunity for British businesses.
The evolving course of China-UK relations has proven time and again that bilateral cooperation delivers real benefits. The poll showed that 83.1 percent of respondents believe a stable and mutually beneficial China-UK relationship requires both sides to adhere to the principles of mutual respect, equality and mutual benefit, and to work in the same direction. Additionally, 68.2 percent of respondents think differences between the two countries can be resolved through rational dialogue under the principles of mutual respect and practical cooperation.
In recent times, unilateralism, protectionism and power politics have been on the rise, severely impacting the international order. As permanent members of the United Nations Security Council and major global economies, China and the UK need to enhance dialogue and cooperation to maintain global peace and stability and promote economic and social development in both countries. This sentiment is echoed by 56.9 percent of respondents, who agree that China and the UK share common interests and responsibilities in upholding the post-war international order and the multilateral trading system. Meanwhile, 67.4 percent of respondents expect both countries to demonstrate the responsibility of major nations and work together within multilateral frameworks to address global governance challenges.
China/UK-Cooperation/Poll
Dateline : Jan 29, 2026/File
Location : China;United Kingdom
Duration : 1'07
Beijing, China - Jan 29, 2026 (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
1. National flags of China, UK
FILE: Beijing, China - Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
2. Aerial shots of Tian'anmen Square, Tian'anmen Rostrum, Chinese national emblem, Chinese national flag
FILE: London, UK - April 26, 2017 (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
3. No. 10 Downing Street
FILE: London, UK - Aug 5, 2024 (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
4. Various of UK national flag atop building
FILE: Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, south China - Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
5. Aerial shots of pedestrian street
FILE: London, UK - Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
6. Various of street views, pedestrians
FILE: Qingdao City, Shandong Province, east China - Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
7. Various of port scene, vessels, cranes, containers
FILE: China - Exact Location and Date Unknown (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
8. Aerial shot of crane moving container, vessel
9. Aerial shots of cargo ship sailing
A majority of respondents to a China Global Television Network (CGTN)-conducted survey consider British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's China visit a positive step toward enhancing bilateral ties, with many believing it aims to pursue greater certainty in foreign policy and recognize the significant opportunities presented by China's vast market.
The poll was conducted across CGTN's English, Spanish, French, Arabic and Russian platforms, attracting 9,086 overseas netizens to participate and share their views within 24 hours.
Against the backdrop of an increasingly volatile and intertwined international landscape, Starmer arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for a four-day official visit. This trip marks the first visit by a British prime minister to China in eight years, and Starmer is not the only foreign leader to visit China recently.
According to a poll by CGTN, 85.2 percent of respondents believe the frequent visits by foreign leaders reflect a broad consensus among countries on achieving equal and orderly multipolarity, as well as inclusive and beneficial globalization.
The poll found that 64.8 percent of respondents believe Starmer's visit aims to pursue greater certainty in Britain's foreign relations. Economic and trade cooperation has always been an important part of China-UK relations, with its essence being mutually beneficial. In 2025, the bilateral trade value of goods reached 103.7 billion U.S. dollars. According to the poll, 85.8 percent of respondents believe China's vast market represents a significant opportunity for British businesses.
The evolving course of China-UK relations has proven time and again that bilateral cooperation delivers real benefits. The poll showed that 83.1 percent of respondents believe a stable and mutually beneficial China-UK relationship requires both sides to adhere to the principles of mutual respect, equality and mutual benefit, and to work in the same direction. Additionally, 68.2 percent of respondents think differences between the two countries can be resolved through rational dialogue under the principles of mutual respect and practical cooperation.
In recent times, unilateralism, protectionism and power politics have been on the rise, severely impacting the international order. As permanent members of the United Nations Security Council and major global economies, China and the UK need to enhance dialogue and cooperation to maintain global peace and stability and promote economic and social development in both countries. This sentiment is echoed by 56.9 percent of respondents, who agree that China and the UK share common interests and responsibilities in upholding the post-war international order and the multilateral trading system. Meanwhile, 67.4 percent of respondents expect both countries to demonstrate the responsibility of major nations and work together within multilateral frameworks to address global governance challenges.
ID : 8463793
Published : 2026-01-30 09:02
Last Modified : 2026-01-30 19:12:50
Source : China Central Television (CCTV)
Restrictions : No access Chinese mainland
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