The UK Government’s China Audit

Although China is the UK’s fifth largest trading partner, the UK Government has, in recent years, described China as an “epoch-defining and systemic challenge”. Last November, the Foreign Secretary told the Committee that we need a consistent approach to China. The Government launched the China Audit in late 2024 in order to understand how the … Show more

Although China is the UK’s fifth largest trading partner, the UK Government has, in recent years, described China as an “epoch-defining and systemic challenge”. Last November, the Foreign Secretary told the Committee that we need a consistent approach to China. The Government launched the China Audit in late 2024 in order to understand how the UK can respond to the challenges and opportunities China poses. However, the precise remit of the Audit has not yet been published. This inquiry will examine the process and outcomes of the China Audit, and how these support UK national interests. It will also explore the Government’s long-term approach to China, and how it intends to ensure consistency across Government, business and academia towards engagement with China. Read the call for evidence for more details about the inquiry Show less