Written questions

Prime Minister: China

Lords · Question HL13886 · Tabled 23 Jan 2026 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · Official record

Answered 10 Feb 2026

Question

Asked by Lord Rogan

To ask His Majesty's Government whether the Prime Minister will consult with the President of Taiwan before his visit to China.

Answer

Answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington, 10 Feb 2026

The Prime Minister's travel plans and meetings are decided by the UK Government.The UK has no diplomatic relations with Taiwan but a strong, unofficial relationship, based on deep and growing ties in a wide range of areas, and underpinned by shared democr...