🔥 UK business leaders are turning up the heat on deepening ties with China! At the \"Icebreakers\" 2024 Chinese New Year celebration, held on Monday, they expressed their readiness to boost mutually beneficial cooperation with China, a nation that's becoming even more crucial in a post-Brexit world.
But wait, what's the \"Icebreakers\"? ❄️ Let's rewind to 1954. Picture this: Jack Perry, the founder of the London Export Corporation, leads a squad of 48 British entrepreneurs on a groundbreaking trade mission to Beijing. This epic journey, known as the \"Icebreaking Mission,\" shattered the U.S.-led Western embargoes on the newly-founded People's Republic of China. Talk about trailblazers!
The legendary 48 became the founders of the 48 Group Club, a.k.a. the original \"Icebreakers.\" Fast forward to today, and their legacy lives on as the UK and China look to strengthen their bonds.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang sent a heartfelt message, saying, \"Practice has fully proved that closer cooperation between China and the UK not only serves the fundamental interests of both sides but also contributes to world peace and prosperity.\" 🙌 His words were shared at the event by Chinese Ambassador to Britain Zheng Zeguang.
As the UK navigates its future outside the EU, building bridges with global partners like China is more important than ever. 🌐 Here's to new collaborations and shared success!
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UK business community says its ready to deepen cooperation with China
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