<h1>UK prime minister visit to China aims to boost business opportunities for UK firms while facing possible US opposition.</h1> UK prime minister undertook a diplomatic visit to China with a delegation of business leaders to pursue expanded market access and commercial opportunities; the trip emphasises economic diplomacy and negotiation of bilateral trade arrangements while promoting a long-term strategic partnership with Chinese leadership, effecting potential increases in export markets and foreign investment prospects. Concurrent statements by the US president signalled possible opposition to bilateral deals with China, underscoring geopolitical friction and the influence of tariffs and third-country trade policy on the scope and conduct of bilateral trade talks.