UKNCC Concludes Constructive Visit to China
From 1–5 December 2025, the UK National Committee on China (UKNCC) visited Beijing for a series of warm and candid dialogues with Chinese leaders on international and regional issues. These engagements are vital to further fostering constructive and predictable UK-China relations. UKNCC extends its gratitude to the following institutions for their support and engagement: Foreign, […]
What do security laws mean for Hong Kong?
What is happening in Hong Kong on security laws and should the UK be concerned? Themes: the security laws’ impact on UK-China relations; what the laws mean for Hong Kong’s population; how the security laws will impact Hong Kong and the rest of the world in the future. Published: May 2021 Contact us: editor@ukncc.org Response […]
What is China doing about climate change?
What is China doing about climate change and what does it mean for the UK? Themes: the challenges climate change pose for China; China’s global impact in mitigating the impacts of climate change; China’s current and future climate policies; the impact of China’s policies on the UK. Published: June 2021 Contact us: editor@ukncc.org Response 1 […]
How does China really see the UK?
How does China really see the UK? Themes: the Chinese government’s views of the UK; how recent political events in both nations impact UK-China relations; how China’s view of the UK may develop in the coming years. Published: Sept 2025 Contact us: editor@ukncc.org Response 1 of 2 Sir Vince Cable, Leader of Liberal Democrats 2017-2019 […]
Does China dominate the Western Pacific?
Is China’s primacy over the Western Pacific already a reality? Themes: China’s current influence in the Western Pacific; China’s aspirations in the region; how China pursues its goals,; the global implications of China’s rise in the regions; what challenges China faces. Published: July 2021 Contact us: editor@ukncc.org Response 1 of 2 Rupert Hollins, UK Defence […]
How does China view the Afghanistan crisis?
What are the implications of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan? Themes: China’s hopes and concerns for Afghanistan after a US withdrawal; the impact of a US withdrawal on power dynamics in the Middle East; what implications Taliban rule may have on Xinjiang. Published: September 2021 Contact us: editor@ukncc.org Response 1 of 3 Alessandro Arduino, Principal […]
Why does the PRC act in the way it does?
Why does China act in the way it does? Themes: how historical narratives influence current foreign and domestic policies; how culture and customs impact Chinese politics and economics; how history can help understand China’s policies. Published: September 2021 Contact us: editor@ukncc.org Response 1 of 2 Prof. Paul Gladstone, Professor of Contemporary Art, The University of […]
How should the UK view China’s rise in tech?
How should the UK view China’s technological rise? Themes: the role of technological development in China’s economic goals; the legality of China’s technological developments; the impact of technology on innovation in China; the UK’s response. Published: November 2021 Contact us: editor@ukncc.org Response 1 of 2 Interview with Didi Kirsten Tatlow Journalist And Author of “China’s […]
What is China’s approach to IP?
How is China’s approach to IP developing? Themes: the impact of IP on trade, the economy, and innovation; challenges facing UK businesses in regard to IP in China; why the UK should continue to engage with China despite these challenges. Published: January 2022 Contact us: editor@ukncc.org Response 1 of 2 Dr. Dawei Li, Senior Research […]
How do past relations inform the future?
How can 50 years of UK-China ambassadorial relations inform our thinking about the future? Themes: the history of UK-China relations; how the two countries view each other; challenges defining UK-China relations; potential future developments in UK-China relations. Published: March 2022 Contact us: editor@ukncc.org Response 1 of 3 Prof. Kerry Brown, Director of the Lau China […]