Executive summary
- As His Majesty’s (HM) Government prepares its ‘China audit’, it is imperative to remember that the economic benefit from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is not comparable to that gained from Britain’s allies. Evidence is given to support this.
- This Explainer argues that while trade and investment with Beijing should continue, national security should come first.
- HM Government should establish ‘red lines’ or ‘core interests’ in its economic relationship with the PRC, and remember that remaining firm with Beijing on its non-negotiables will neither cripple the relationship, nor the British economy.
About the author
Charles Parton is Chief Advisor to the China Observatory and a Distinguished Fellow at the Council on Geostrategy.
Disclaimer
This publication should not be considered in any way to constitute advice. It is for knowledge and educational purposes only. The views expressed in this publication are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Council on Geostrategy or the views of its Advisory Council.
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No. 2025/06 | ISBN: 978-1-914441-97-4