Starmer in Rio de Janeiro for G20 summit and becomes first UK PM to meet Chinese president in six years

Keir Starmer said that a “strong UK China relationship is important for both of our countries” as he met Chinese President Xi Jinping on the fringes of the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro, PA Media reports.

If you are looking for something a bit lighter to break things up this morning, Simon Hattenstone’s interview with the former Tory MP, and newbie reality TV star, Jacob Rees-Mogg is a good read.