The UK is an important market for Chinese enterprises. More than 800 Chinese enterprises are operating in the UK and deeply integrated with the local community. They have contributed to the trade and economic cooperation between the two countries by earnestly fulfilling their social responsibilities, promoting sustainable development, and creating a large number of local jobs.

China and Britain are important trade and investment partners for each other. The bilateral trade has shown strong resilience this year. From January to September, China's investment in the UK exceeded $2 billion, quadrupling year-on-year; bilateral trade exceeded $80 billion, with import from and to the UK increasing by more than 25%, making China its largest source of imports. Deepened economic and trade cooperation serves the fundamental interests of both countries and peoples. We hope the UK will continue to adhere to the principle of openness and provide Chinese enterprises with a fair, transparent and non-discriminatory business environment. Thank you.