In recent months the largely cordial relationship between the UK and China has deteriorated sharply. This has happened after over two decades when, regardless of the political complexion of successive UK governments, the trend was towards closer engagement and cooperation. This briefing looks at why and how this has happened.
Documents to download
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British Overseas Territories Bill (HL) (Bill 40 of 2001-02) (152 KB, PDF)
British Overseas Territories Bill (HL) (Bill 40 of 2001/02). House of Commons Library Research Paper 01/90.
Documents to download
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British Overseas Territories Bill (HL) (Bill 40 of 2001-02) (152 KB, PDF)
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