2025 UK-China Economic and Financial Dialogue Policy Outcomes

Policy Paper

12 January 2025

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HM Treasury; Department for Business and Trade

Summary

The 2025 UK-China Economic and Financial Dialogue (EFD) provided a platform for both nations to deepen bilateral economic cooperation, covering areas such as trade, finance, and climate action. Key agreements included enhancing market access for British businesses, expanding green finance initiatives, and fostering global financial stability.

Key Outcomes

  • Green Finance Leadership: UK aims to support China's global green finance initiative by enhancing bond issuance capabilities.

  • Financial Market Access: Agreements to reduce trade and investment barriers for British firms in key sectors, including healthcare and technology.

  • Global Climate Cooperation: Commitments to collaborate on green technology R&D to support decarbonization goals.

  • Economic Stability: Joint pledge to uphold international financial standards to promote global market stability.

Keywords:
UK-China China global green finance bond issuance

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