Free trade can counter protectionism

Diplomat: China, UK must join hands to ensure economic prosperity, stability

China and the UK must adhere to free trade in the face of "rampant protectionism" around the world, Liu Xiaoming, China's ambassador to the United Kingdom, said during a speech in London on Tuesday.

Liu said the UK and China are natural partners in development and both nations have the responsibility to ensure "economic prosperity and stability in the world".